Iran's Hormuz Strait plan reportedly blocks U.S., Israeli ships; U.S. rejects any 'impediments'

Iran has put forward a draft plan that would allow international shipping through the Strait of Hormuz while blocking U.S. and Israeli vessels. CNBC reports the U.S. quickly rejected the proposal, reaffirming its opposition to any impediments to free passage through the waterway. The Strait of Hormuz is a critical chokepoint for global energy shipments.

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