Leila Hatoum, Editor-in-Chief of Mena Uncensored, says Iran is justified in refusing talks because the U.S. reversed its commitments under the memorandum of understanding.

Political analyst Robert Fantina says renewed Saudi-Yemen tensions reflect wider regional instability, as Washington seeks to contain resistance groups, preserve its Middle East influence and sustain support for Israel.

Geopolitical analyst Syed Muaz Shah says Netanyahu’s rejection of the US-backed 15‑point Gaza peace plan highlights growing disunity between Washington and Tel Aviv.

Iranian officials have reiterated that the strait's reopening is conditional on Tehran's demands being fully met.

Activist and political commentator Hussein Al‑Bukhaiti says Yemen’s latest drone strike on Saudi Arabia signals a shift in the conflict.

Political analyst Sara Flounders frames the Strait of Hormuz dispute as part of a broader shift in regional power challenging the longstanding US military presence in West Asia.

American media reports say the chairman of the US Joint Chiefs is looking for an off-ramp from the war on Iran.