US-Iran Escalation Persists: Tehran Vows to Keep Strait of Hormuz Closed

The US and Iran continue to escalate tensions, with Tehran determined to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed despite Trump's hardened stance on negotiations. This marks a continuation of the ongoing standoff, with no sign of de-escalation. The closure of the strait would disrupt a key global oil chokepoint, posing significant risks to energy markets and global supply chains.