Iran says it is ‘far’ from peace deal with US, as Strait of Hormuz closed again
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Key Points:
- Conflict between the US and Iran escalated after US and Israeli strikes on Iran on 28 February, leading to the collapse of diplomatic talks.
- Throughout March and April, US President Donald Trump issued threats and deadlines targeting Iran’s energy infrastructure and the Strait of Hormuz, with multiple postponements and a temporary ceasefire mediated by Pakistan.
- Despite a ceasefire and talks involving senior officials from both sides, key disagreements remained unresolved, with Iran’s Revolutionary Guard threatening to block the Strait of Hormuz again.
- Former Vice-President Kamala Harris accused Trump of being "pulled" into war with Iran by Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, a claim Trump has not directly addressed, instead praising Israel as a strong US ally.
