US says it has agreed to stand – The United States has confirmed its agreement to temporarily halt military operations after a series of strikes between the two nations in the Strait of Hormuz, according to reports from a US official. This decision comes amid escalating tensions that had threatened to disrupt the fragile ceasefire established earlier in June. The official, speaking to CBS News on Sunday, stated that vessels would now be able to navigate the critical waterway “without interference,” marking a pivotal moment in the ongoing standoff.

Iran had previously accused the US of breaching the ceasefire, citing attacks on its military assets as justification. However, the US has now signaled its readiness to de-escalate the situation, with plans to continue diplomatic discussions aimed at securing a permanent end to hostilities. The agreement was reached after a week of intense exchanges, during which both sides launched strikes in…