OTTAWA – A ceasefire between the United States and Iran is reportedly in effect, though its implementation faces immediate challenges, according to a CBC News broadcast Thursday. The agreement reportedly centers on Iran allowing passage through the Strait of Hormuz, with negotiations expected to continue for two weeks.

Continued Attacks Despite Ceasefire

Despite the ceasefire, attacks have been reported in the Gulf region. Kuwait reported 30 drone attacks Thursday morning, damaging power stations, oil facilities, and water desalination plants. Kuwait’s military has called on Iran and allied groups to halt hostilities. Attacks were also reported in Oman and Saudi Arabia. In the UAE, missile interception alerts were triggered early Thursday morning, indicating ongoing conflict.

Strait of Hormuz Remains a Key Point of Contention

While theoretically open, the Strait of Hormuz remains largely blocked, with approximately 1,000 vessels waiting to pass through the port of Dubai and Kor Fakan. According to the broadcast, Iran is demanding payment for “reconstruction money” and maintaining military coordination for safe passage, effectively retaining control. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) chief stated it could take months to restore normal supply chains, even if the strait fully reopens, due to damage to refining capacity and Gulf infrastructure.

Conflicting Claims of Victory

Both the U.S. and Iran have claimed victory in the conflict. U.S. President Donald Trump stated the U.S. “completely won,” while Iran’s Supreme National Security Council issued a statement claiming an “undeniable historical and crushing defeat” for the U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth claimed Iran “begged” for the ceasefire and that Operation Epic Fury was a “historic and overwhelming victory.” He further stated that 90 percent of Iran’s navy had been destroyed and 80 percent of its nuclear industrial base damaged.

Ongoing Conflict in Lebanon

The CBC News broadcast also reported continued Israeli attacks in Lebanon, with over 100 sites targeted in a single day. The Lebanese Health Ministry reported hospitals are overflowing with casualties. Israeli officials stated their actions against Hezbollah would continue regardless of the Iran ceasefire.

International Response

French President Emmanuel Macron called for Israel to adhere to the ceasefire agreement and cease hostilities against Lebanon. Statements supporting the agreement and calling for an end to hostilities in Lebanon were also issued by France, Italy, Germany, Canada, the UK, Denmark, and the European Union.

According to the broadcast, negotiations are ongoing, with the U.S. having presented a 15-point peace plan, initially countered by Iran with a 5-point plan, later revised to a 10-point plan. Trump stated a “workable basis” for negotiation exists, and the U.S. will work with Iran to retrieve nuclear material.