The United States is pressing Iran to make a public commitment regarding the Strait of Hormuz, according to senior U.S. officials cited by multiple outlets. The demand includes a statement that all shipping channels and lanes in the strait are open for civilian and commercial traffic, without restrictions such as tolls. U.S. officials also say Washington wants Iran to commit to stopping attacks on ships transiting the waterway.
The reports describe Iran as maintaining control over the strait and having refused to agree to steps that would relinquish that control. The officials also link the renewed or resumed strikes this week to internal political dynamics in Iran, saying a “rogue” faction of hard-liners is attempting to undermine a ceasefire or ongoing understandings between Tehran and Washington.
Officials frame the request as aimed at ensuring uninterrupted passage for global shipping through a strategically important corridor that carries a significant share of the world’s oil supply. The statements are presented as part of U.S. efforts to reduce risks to civilian vessels while seeking some form of public assurance from Iran.
