India, July 8 -- Tensions between the United States and Iran continue to simmer despite the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at halting attacks and reopening the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz.

In another agreement that was reached in Qatar, with both sides once again committing to stop hostilities. However, the truce remains fragile, as Washington and Tehran continue to trade accusations of ceasefire violations.

The Strait of Hormuz remains the biggest sticking point. Iran has pushed for complete control over the waterway, and the newly established Iranian authority overseeing the strait has issued designated routes for vessels. It has also warned that it will not be held responsible for attacks on ships that fail t...