The official, speaking on condition of anonymity, said the waterway would remain closed until the United States meets 'all of Iran’s conditions.' Hormuz is a key bargaining chip, with Iran seeking sanctions relief and Washington demanding free ship passage Key points and original sources are listed below.

• The official, speaking on condition of anonymity, said the waterway would remain closed until the United States meets 'all of Iran’s conditions.'S1

• Hormuz is a key bargaining chip, with Iran seeking sanctions relief and Washington demanding free ship passageS2