US Intelligence Flags Iran’s Strategic Leverage in Strait of Hormuz US intelligence agencies have assessed that Iran has gained significant leverage over the Strait of Hormuz following the recent conflict involving the United States and Israel, according to reports citing multiple sources. The assessment suggests that Tehran now holds the capability to disrupt or restrict movement through one of the world??

EVIAN-LES-BAINS, France — The U.S.-Iran 60-day ceasefire deal is designed to extend April’s fragile truce and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but key questions remain over Iran’s nuclear program, shipping security and the conflict in Lebanon. President Donald Trump said at the Group of Seven summit on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, that the interim agreement would be released publicly and would bar Tehran from obtaining a nuclear weapon. A formal signing is expected in Switzerland on Fr

Recent reports indicate a shift in Iran’s diplomatic approach toward negotiations with the United States, with a stronger emphasis on how messages are framed during high-stakes discussions. The change is linked to efforts to improve clarity, control perception, and reduce misinterpretation during sensitive exchanges tied to long-running geopolitical tensions. Inclusion of behavioral expertise in advisory setup