Iran Blames U.S. in Hormuz Dispute as Talks Resume

Iran says Washington is trying to route traffic through the Strait of Hormuz without Tehran’s consent, arguing the June MoU gives Iran transit authority; Washington disputes that interpretation and says Iran does not control the strait. Both sides report mediator-facilitated talks continuing with limited progress and some de-escalation signs. The IRGC claims it destroyed several U.S. drones and aircraft as the U.S. restarts its port blockade, while Trump signals willingness to listen to proposals for a deal amid broader regional tensions and Yemeni Houthis disrupting shipping.