Iran has announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz to shipping transit, citing what it describes as Israel’s violation of a ceasefire. This development comes as Pakistan confirmed that talks between the United States and Iran are scheduled to commence in Switzerland on Sunday. The move to close the vital waterway introduces fresh uncertainty over the upcoming negotiations, which aim to find a lasting resolution to a conflict that has destabilized the Middle East. The immediate consequences for maritime traffic remain unclear, though even prior to the recent ceasefire, the strait was reportedly seeing millions of barrels of oil bypass official channels daily.
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