Daily brief
International leaders and officials are calling for the Strait of Hormuz to be reopened without navigation fees. President Trump stated reopening the strait is essential for any ceasefire agreement, while Italian Prime Minister Meloni emphasized the importance of reopening it without charges. A White House advisor expressed hope for a reconciliation on the issue before June. (ongoing coverage)
Egypt and Italy leaders discussed the Iran ceasefire and the Strait of Hormuz.
South Korea's Foreign Ministry named former Ambassador to Kuwait Chung Byung-ha as special envoy to Iran.
Ukraine is in talks with Oman, Kuwait, and Bahrain on security cooperation, President Zelenskiy said.
Gulf states’ alliance with the US and Israel was called a 'debacle' by economist Jeffrey Sachs.