U.S. warships continued patrolling the Strait of Hormuz Monday as peace talks proceeded in Cairo, defense officials confirmed. The American naval presence in the Persian Gulf remained at elevated levels to deter attacks on commercial traffic and allied bases.
Diplomats said negotiations over phased reopening of the strait hinge on parallel steps by Iran and Washington. Carrier strike groups and destroyers have escorted select convoys while insurers weigh risk premiums.
PBS NewsHour reported that naval commanders coordinate with British and Gulf partners on rules of engagement if hostilities resume. Tehran has demanded guarantees that patrols will not block Iranian oil exports once a deal begins.
Shipping executives said sustained patrols are necessary but insufficient without a political ceasefire. Crews remain on heightened alert for drone and missile threats.
Commercial pilots reported continued diversions around high-risk corridors despite patrols. Insurance underwriters said premiums will not normalize until attacks stop for a sustained period. Iranian naval commanders demanded written guarantees that patrols will not intercept lawful exports.
Destroyer crews conducted live-fire drills near the strait entrance Monday morning. Iranian state media showed fast boats shadowing foreign tankers from a distance without boarding.
Freight forwarders said routing software still flags the strait as high risk until a signed agreement is published.
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