Iran plans meeting US officials in coming days after postponing talks in Switzerland

However, traffic is still below prewar levels when more than 100 ships, including dozens of tankers, transited Hormuz daily.

Rising geopolitical friction between the United States and Iran has taken a new turn after Tehran reportedly refused to participate in scheduled negotiations in Geneva concerning a proposed wide-ranging diplomatic arrangement.

For Vance, a probable 2028 White House contender, it would be an opportunity to show he could endure a grilling on a program popular with women and not known as a safe harbor for MAGA Republicans.

During a press conference on Thursday, June 18, US Vice President JD Vance delivered a harsh and almost threatening message to Israel, a longtime ally.