Tensions in the Middle East continue to rise despite a fragile ceasefire between the U.S., Israel, and Iran. Former President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Tehran, saying it must fully comply with what he calls the “real agreement” or face serious military consequences. He also confirmed that U.S. warships and military assets remain deployed across the region as a show of strength. At the heart of the dispute is the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global oil route that Iran has reportedly restricted despite ceasefire terms. While the White House has downplayed concerns, uncertainty remains over whether the waterway is fully open. The situation has been further complicated by Israeli strikes on Lebanon, raising fresh questions about whether Lebanon was included in the ceasefire deal. U.S. Vice President JD Vance admitted there was a “misunderstanding” over the scope of the agreement, exposing confusion at the highest levels. Trump has also dismissed reports of a 10-point Iran deal as “fake,” intensifying the war of narratives. With tensions simmering and trust eroding, the ceasefire appears increasingly unstable.