Iran Clamps Down in Hormuz Amid Shaky Ceasefire
Why it matters: The tenuous ceasefire means Iran continues its Strait of Hormuz blockade, impacting global oil shipments.
- Iran shows little sign of relinquishing its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, despite the announced ceasefire.
- Israel bombed more targets in Lebanon on Thursday, signaling no relief for Beirut according to CBC World.
- U.S. President Donald Trump announced the ceasefire, but Asia Times calls it a 'misfire' yielding a 'loser's ceasefire'.
- China is identified by The Guardian World as an early winner if the ceasefire holds.
- Pakistan helped secure the ceasefire in Iran, according to Foreign Policy.
- American credibility suffered a blow with the ceasefire, as noted by NYT World.
Less than two days after its announcement by U.S. President Donald Trump, the Middle East ceasefire appears shaky as Israel continues bombing targets in Lebanon, and Iran shows no sign of lifting its Strait of Hormuz blockade. While CBC World and Asia Times highlight Israel's aggressive actions and a 'loser's ceasefire' for Trump, The Guardian World suggests China is an early winner, and Foreign Policy credits Pakistan with helping secure the agreement, despite NYT World noting a blow to American credibility.
