Early Tuesday, Britain's maritime security agency UKMTO reported that a cargo vessel was struck by an unknown projectile in the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Oman. US President Donald Trump said on Monday that negotiations with Iran were ongoing despite Tehran's denials and described Iran as facing a 'last chance before decapitation'. He added that he had decided to hold off on ordering new US strikes against Iran at the urging of Gulf allies Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. Israel conveyed concerns to the United States regarding a Gaza plan supported by President Trump after Hamas said it had agreed to disarm. Iran's foreign ministry said there were no direct negotiations with the United States but indicated talks with Oman concerning the management of the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The incident occurred on July 17, 2026.