European Council president COSTA said there are currently no credible signs that Russia is willing to engage in serious negotiations.

Iran's foreign ministry denied that the Strait of Hormuz has been closed.

On the 19th (local time) Iran's Persian Gulf Strait Administration said, citing the signing of an Iran‑U.S. memorandum of understanding and directives from relevant authorities, that vessels must submit transit applications at least 48 hours before entering the Strait of Hormuz. Vessels that submit the required applications and meet conditions within the announced window will be arranged to transit.