1. US-Iran negotiations have reportedly hit a stalemate due to serious disagreements over control of the Strait of Hormuz.
2. The US military has escalated tensions by transiting two warships and beginning preparations for mine-clearing in the Strait of Hormuz.
3. Despite the stalemate, various media reports indicate that last-ditch efforts are still being made to reach an agreement.
US-Iran Talks Stall on Hormuz Issue as US Military Ramps Up Presence
