- US president Donald Trump stated the US is "low-keying it" and "semi-negotiating" with Iran, as talks to end their conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz have stalled.
- Iran has outlined a series of demands for reopening the Strait, including compensation for war damages.
- Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr, head of Iran’s supreme national security council, specified six conditions, such as ending aggression against Iran and its allies.
- The US is pressing defence companies to significantly accelerate weapons production, citing the Iran conflict's impact on missile supplies.
- Deputy defence secretary Steve Feinberg issued a memo demanding companies present plans within three weeks for faster delivery and increased production of critical capabilities.
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