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Live updates: Claims of progress in Iran talks, US munitions stockpile ‘dangerously low,’ sources say
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Key Points:
- An Indian-flagged vessel, the MSV Faize Noore Oliya, was struck and sunk by a projectile near Yemeni waters; all 14 seafarers aboard were safely rescued by the Yemeni Coast Guard.
- Yemen’s transportation ministry accused Iran-backed Houthi rebels of carrying out the attack using an explosive-laden boat, though the Houthis have not commented.
- US President Trump indicated ongoing diplomatic talks with Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz but warned of potential renewed military strikes if Iran backs out of commitments.
- The US military has depleted nearly 80% of its THAAD missile interceptors and about half of its Patriot interceptors amid the conflict with Iran, raising concerns among Gulf allies about air defense capabilities.
- Iran and Oman continue negotiations on safe shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz, while Qatar calls for freedom of navigation and regional consensus on any future arrangements governing the strategic waterway.
