— Iran's foreign minister meets in Oman amid stalled talks over control of the Strait of Hormuz and proposed tolls on shipping.
— U.S. and Iran engage in military skirmishes, leading to a temporary ceasefire and a nearly 50% drop in vessel traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.
— Memori
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