According to the information, the dinner was going on as usual. Salads were being served to the guests and the staff was preparing to serve the next course.
While explaining the reason, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that the waiver was only given on request of the "vulnerable and poor countries".
Diplomatic tension between Iran and Pakistan is once again in the headlines. An Iranian MP has expressed displeasure over Pakistan's role in which it is trying to become a mediator between America and Iran.
Damage to these cables could disrupt digital connectivity across the Gulf region. Iran's warning comes at a time when similar cable damage has been reported in the Red Sea over the past two years.
Trump indicated that this ceasefire is a temporary step to reduce tension in the region so that scope for dialogue can be created.
At least 14 Indian ships are currently stranded in the Strait of Hormuz, including large oil and gas vessels.
The US has tightened the maritime blockade around the Strait of Hormuz, and ships are now being turned back at gunpoint.
During the high-level meeting, various areas of cooperation between the two countries were reviewed and the rapidly changing situation in the region was discussed in detail.
Mark Carney in a 10-minute address said that his government is working to strengthen the Canadian economy by attracting new investment and signing trade agreements with other countries.
America held a top level meeting to review the situation amid increasing tension over the Strait of Hormuz. Security and defense officials participated in it.
Under an important agreement between India and Russia, the way has now been opened for deployment of a limited number of troops, warships and military aircraft in each other's territory.
US President Donald Trump is seen to have close relations with him in public, while on the other hand, the intelligence system and some strategic experts are cautious about his relations with Iran.