Saudi Arabia and the U.S. have joined forces in carrying out airstrikes against an Iran-backed militia in Iraq, as tensions rise in the region.
Reports say Iranian gunboats opened fire on a merchant vessel attempting to pass.
According to the report, the Iranian government is not shifting ground in its response to the U.S.’s proposed 15-point plan for negotiations.
Security sources said the strike killed a senior official from Hamas.
Mr Trump assured that the United States will ensure the continuous shipment of goods through the strait.
Mr Trump announced the ceasefire late Monday, and it was confirmed by Israel and Iran on Tuesday.
Israel’s Ambassador to the UN, Danny Danon, emphasised Israel’s determination to dismantle Iran’s nuclear programme.
Iran has extended the closure of its airspace as it expects Israeli retaliation following its attack on the enemy country on Tuesday evening.
Hamas’ leader Ismail Haniyeh was killed in an airstrike in Tehran on Tuesday.
The Israeli government has yet to make an official comment about the incident.
