Iran rejected a French proposal for joint demining operations in the Strait of Hormuz, citing a peace agreement that reserves this task for Iran alone. Tehran also cast doubt on upcoming US-Iran talks in Doha, highlighting the fragility of a recent ceasefire.
Britain and France are interested in demining a critical waterway post-conflict. Meanwhile, Pakistan's PM claims a deal to end a war is imminent, with finalization expected within 24 hours. US President Trump will also meet with leaders from Egypt, Qatar, and UAE to discuss winding down the Iran war.
A Russian demining expert, Alexey Malyshev, stated that the explosives found on a ship arriving in Ust-Luga from Belgium were planted hastily, suggesting the perpetrators were under duress. He believes the bomb was placed in neutral waters, camouflaged as a trash bag, and intended to detonate when the ship was loaded.
