Hormuz Strait
Egypt strongly condemned Iran's Wednesday strikes on Bahrain and Kuwait, describing them as a flagrant violation of the two Gulf states' sovereignty and warning that the attacks mark an unacceptable escalation that threatens regional security and stability.
Meanwhile, he reiterated in a post on Truth Social that no fees would be charged during the 60-day ceasefire period marking the duration of the interim ceasefire deal recently signed with Iran.
Cooper seeks to continue diplomatic efforts aimed at restoring freedom of transit through the Strait of Hormuz without any unlawful restrictions or fees.
Trump described the agreement as establishing “A WALL TO NO NUCLEAR WEAPON,” claiming that Iran will not seek to acquire nuclear weapons through purchase, development, or any other means.
Iran has largely restricted shipping through the strategic waterway since the outbreak of war with the United States and Israel on February 28, despite a fragile ceasefire in place since April 8.
The advisory extends beyond cash to include digital assets, barter arrangements, informal swaps, in-kind transfers, charitable contributions, and payments made through Iranian diplomatic missions.
US President Donald Trump has rejected an Iranian proposal on reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, lifting the naval blockade on its ports, and ending the war, while delaying nuclear talks, according to US media.
Trump said: “Iran can’t get their act together. They don’t know how to sign a non-nuclear deal. They better get smart soon!”
Rabie explained that the ship had been among the vessels delayed at the Strait of Hormuz for several weeks. After clearing the strait, it altered its route, opting to transit the Red Sea and the Suez Canal toward Europe instead of circumnavigating the Cape of Good Hope.
Abdelatty reviewed Egypt’s intensive efforts and ongoing contacts with regional and international partners aimed at reducing tensions. Abdelatty discussed various ideas and proposals to achieve the necessary calm, warning that the current escalation risks triggering an unprecedented regional crisis, along with severe economic and geopolitical consequences.
