US Set to Order 2,000 Soldiers to Mideast Amid Push for Talks
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Donald Trump said Iran offered a “present” tied to Strait of Hormuz energy flows as Tehran said non-hostile ships can pass if they comply and started charging transit fees of up to $2 million on some commercial vessels. The US ordered 2,000 troops to the Middle East. Pakistan offered to host talks, and China urged swift negotiations. The US is seeking a one-month ceasefire to facilitate negotiations, Israel’s Channel 12 reported. Narendra Modi said he discussed the strait with Trump.