The Trump administration appears to be preparing for various scenarios regarding the Strait of Hormuz, with some officials suggesting it may remain closed even after a potential end to the conflict with Iran. However, there are conflicting reports about the status of negotiations and the strait, with some outlets indicating a potential meeting between the US and Iran, while others suggest the US is taking steps to assert control over the waterway. The situation remains uncertain, with different parties making disparate claims about the future of the strait and the conflict.