US-Iran deal could be sealed within 24 hours, mediator Pakistan says (opens original article in a new tab)

US forces shot down Iranian drones targeting commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz, as both sides claimed progress toward a Middle East peace deal but continued to disagree on key issues.

• US downed Iranian drones targeting commercial ships in Strait of Hormuz
• US and Iran made progress toward a peace deal but disagreements remain
• Strait of Hormuz remains open for transit despite Iranian blockade