President Donald Trump said Tuesday there are no talks or conversations going on or scheduled with Iran and that the Hormuz Strait is open and operating. [1] He said all water mines have been removed or detonated and the naval blockade remains in full force. [2] Qalibaf said the strait remains shut until the US meets June interim conditions. [3]
The paper's Monday lead recorded that Trump threatened to bomb Oman. Tuesday adds no talks, not a signature.
UKMTO reported a vessel struck by an unknown projectile while sailing out, with engine-room damage and a crew casualty. [3] Open and a casualty cannot share a fixture.

-- SAMUEL CRANE, Washington