Deal 'today or tomorrow': US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could happen imminently, echoing Donald Trump's claim of a breakthrough.
Iran denies direct talks: Tehran acknowledges only limited discussions with Oman, while mediators Qatar and Pakistan say they are exchanging draft proposals between Washington and Tehran.
Oil prices dip 2% on optimism, but the strait remains closed to shipping...