US: Hormuz oil flow back to pre-war levels; VP rules out talks while attacks persist

US Vice President JD Vance announced that oil flow through the Strait of Hormuz has returned to pre-war levels, citing 15 million barrels exported, attributing the restoration to US naval protection operations. He ruled out negotiations with Tehran as long as attacks continue, signaling sustained US military presence and no diplomatic de-escalation in the near term.