The Ticking Clock on the Strait of Hormuz

Donald Trump halted hostilities with Iran, citing that military force could not reopen the Strait of Hormuz or prevent commercial shipping disruptions. The conflict escalated with U.S. bombings targeting Iranian infrastructure and Iranian retaliatory attacks, including strikes on oil installations and commercial shipping. The ceasefire collapsed due to differing interpretations of a 60-day agreement on the Strait's management under Article 5, leading to further tensions and potential escalation.