Iran fights to keep grip on Hormuz as US, Gulf allies carve new shipping route

Iran is attacking commercial vessels using a new southern shipping corridor near Oman, which the U.S. and Gulf allies are promoting to reduce Iran's influence over the Strait of Hormuz. The U.S. responded with strikes on Iranian military targets, leading to a ceasefire agreement and ongoing negotiations in Doha, though Iran denies participating in talks with U.S. officials.