Senior officials have made statements about the current situation with Iran. They are seeking a public assurance from Iran's leaders. This assurance would confirm that shipping traffic is flowing normally.

The US is engaged in negotiations with top Iranian leaders and some progress is being reported. However, a key condition for moving forward is that Iran must commit to halting attacks on ships.

Further details about the situation and the negotiations are available from senior US officials, who have been speaking to reporters on the condition that they not be named.