Ceasefire Progress Reported, but Familiar Wording Dispute Persists

Qatar and US officials say mediators are advancing toward a ceasefire and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The same vague wording that sank the June 17 truce remains the obstacle. Iran rejected Oman's proposal for the strait and insists on shared control with Oman. A 60-day transit corridor through Omani mediation is still under discussion.