Iran, Holding Firm to Strait, Steers Trump Back to June Deal The standoff between Iran and the US over control of the Strait of Hormuz has reached a critical juncture.
Both sides are dug in, unwilling to budge, and it appears as though Iran is merely holding out for concessions from Washington.
However, scratch beneath the surface, and you'll find a complex web of motivations and mistrust driving Iran's stance. One key factor is its desire to extract economic relief from the US.