- President Trump claims the war with Iran will soon end and asserts China supports U.S. efforts to permanently open the Strait of Hormuz.
- The U.S. and Iran have blockaded the Strait of Hormuz, disrupting global crude oil shipments.
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio hosted historic ta
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