Overview of recent news and developments in Iran, the US, and Israel.

● Ceasefire continues to be extended but remains very fragile. Direct negotiations (through Pakistan) are still deadlocked.
● The latest proposal from Iran (April 27-28): Iran proposes through Pakistan:
- Reopening the Strait of Hormuz (where 1/5 of the world's oil and gas pass).
- The US lifts the blockade on Iran's ports.
- Immediately end the war.
- Postpone nuclear program negotiations to a later stage.
● The US (President Trump and Foreign Minister Marco Rubio) do not agree, emphasizing that any agreement must include a commitment to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons. Trump is considering the proposal but maintains a hardline stance.
● The situation in the Strait of Hormuz: Still deadlocked seriously. Iran restricts ships, the US maintains a naval blockade. Global oil prices have surged due to supply disruption concerns. Iran states it will not fully reopen unless the US lifts the blockade.
● Lebanon (Israel - Hezbollah): There is a separate ceasefire agreement from April 16, 2026 (mediated by the US, which has been extended), but remains very fragile. In recent days, Israel continued airstrikes in southern Lebanon, and Hezbollah responded with drones and rockets (recently a drone killed an IDF soldier). At least 14 people have been killed in just the past day.
In summary: There has been no major military escalation recently thanks to the ceasefire, but the risk of outbreak remains high due to disagreements over Iran's nuclear program and the Strait of Hormuz. The US and Israel are firmly demanding Iran make nuclear concessions, while Iran prioritizes ending the blockade and war first. The situation is being closely monitored as it directly impacts oil prices and regional stability in the Middle East.