US, Iran agree to halt attacks as fragile ceasefire holds; Qatar to host Hormuz talks on Tuesday

Amidst escalating tensions, the United States and Iran have agreed to a ceasefire and will resume talks in Doha, Qatar, to de-escalate the dispute over the Strait of Hormuz. Following days of military exchanges, both nations will halt counter-strikes, allowing vessels to navigate freely. The discussions aim to resolve differing interpretations of a recent memorandum of understanding concerning maritime passage and port access.