Cargo Ship Hit in Strait of Hormuz Amid Conflicting US-Iran Statements on Negotiations

A cargo ship was reportedly struck by a projectile near Oman in the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global shipping route. This incident occurs as the US and Iran offer differing accounts of ongoing peace talks, with President Trump suggesting a deal is near while Iran denies direct negotiations. The Strait's importance for oil and gas supplies means such disruptions can impact global energy markets.