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### U.S. Halts Hormuz Escort Mission as Tehran Negotiations Heat Up President Donald Trump announced a temporary suspension of the U.S. Navy’s escort operation through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil shipments. The pause coincides with renewed diplomatic overtures toward Tehran, raising questions about the future of the de‑facto blockade that U.S. warships have maintained since late 2023. ## Key Takeaways - **Operational pause:** The escort mission, intended to protect commercial vessels, is on hold pending diplomatic developments. - **Strategic timing:** The decision aligns with a series of back‑channel talks aimed at de‑escalating tensions with Iran. - **Blockade context:** U.S. warships have effectively restricted Iranian port access since the end of 2023, a move that has strained regional security dynamics. - **Policy implications:** Analysts warn that the suspension could test the credibility of U.S. commitments to maritime security in the Gulf. - **Economic stakes:** The Strait of Hormuz handles roughly a fifth of the world’s petroleum; any operational change reverberates through global energy markets. #USNavy #StraitOfHormuz #IranTalks #TrumpDecision #MaritimeSecurity #MiddleEastTensions #NavalEscort #Diplomacy #EnergyShipping #newsababil360 [Read Full Article](https://news.ababil360.com/trump-pauses-us-strait-of-hormuz-escort-operation-as-iran-talks-unfold/)

Vance warns #Iran ahead of #UStalks as ceasefire tensions rise and negotiations aim to end the war.

Stocks fall as oil prices surge amid doubts over Iran talks, with rising yields and global markets reacting to escalating tensions.

This is the second time in recent weeks sailors have received warning about an Iranian live fire drill. During the previous exercise, announced at the end of January, the U.S. military’s Central Command issued a strongly worded warning to Iran and the Revolutionary Guard. While acknowledging Iran’s “right to operate professionally in international airspace and waters,” it warned against interfering or threatening American warships or passing commercial vessels.

Whether the JCPOA is revived or not does not depend solely on Biden, of course. It will take flexibility and political will from both sides to get to yes. But the president has significant control over this issue. Biden should do all in his power to revive the deal, not only because of the blame he will shoulder if he fails or the support from the public he will earn if he succeeds, or even the obvious security benefits the deal brings to the U.S., but also to avoid a disastrous three-front crisis that America can ill-afford. #irantalks https://www.instagram.com/p/Cg9j3LrIWtK/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=