[US-Israel, Iran War Day #113] US, Iran Envoys Head to Switzerland, Lebanon Remain ‘Key Test’ for Deal

In Brief…

• Iran said it would close the Strait of Hormuz to shipping, citing what iy called the US non-compliance with a war-ending agreement and renewed violence in Lebanon.
• Switzerland said diplomats from several countries had continued efforts at Bürgenstock to maintain dialogue on implementing the US-Iran memorandum of understanding, but said confidentiality prevented it from identifying those present or discussing the talks.
• US and Iranian envoys are moving toward Switzerland after a planned Friday meeting was canceled, raising expectations of possible Iran-US talks even as no new date has been announced.
• Lebanon remains a central test for the memorandum, with Iran and Hezbollah saying talks cannot advance without a broader ceasefire and a halt to Israeli attacks.
• The Strait of Hormuz is reopening under Iranian controls, with Iran saying vessels still require seeking permits as shipping monitors lower their threat assessment for the waterway.
• Trump and Vance are defending the deal at home, saying relief can be adjusted based on Tehran’s conduct, while Democrats and Republican hawks remain divided.

This is a developing story that HO1 will continue to monitor.
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[UPDATE] Trump says US may charge ships for passage through Strait of Hormuz