After long peace talks between the United States and Iran in Islamabad, no agreement was reached to end the ongoing conflict. Both sides blamed each other for the failure.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump said the U.S. Navy would start blocking the Strait of Hormuz, a very important sea route for global oil trade. He warned that any ship paying Iran to pass through would be stopped or destroyed if necessary.
Trump also said the U.S. would remove sea mines and take strong action in the area. He added that no vessel would be allowed safe passage if it supports Iran’s system of tolls.
Iran quickly responded, saying it would treat any military action in the strait as a violation of the ceasefire. Iranian leaders warned they would react strongly if attacked.
The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most important oil routes, carrying about 20% of global oil supply. Any blockage could seriously affect global energy prices.
During an interview, Trump said he still believes Iran may return to negotiations and described the talks as “friendly,” even though no deal was made.
U.S. officials said Iran refused to stop uranium enrichment and rejected demands to limit its nuclear program. Iran also did not agree to cut support for allied groups in the region.
Meanwhile, fighting and airstrikes continued in nearby areas, including Lebanon, where Israel targeted Hezbollah positions. Tensions in the region remain high despite the ceasefire agreement announced earlier.
Experts warn that if talks continue to fail, the conflict could spread further and affect global trade and energy supplies.
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