The US plans to maintain a presence in the Strait of Hormuz, with the intention of keeping the waterway open. The nature and scope of this involvement is unclear, with some reports suggesting the US will help manage or build up traffic in the area, while others imply a more general commitment to the region. A ceasefire with Iran is reportedly in effect, but details of the US role and any potential cooperation with Iran in the Strait of Hormuz are uncertain.