[Financial Times: U.S.-Iran Negotiations Reach 'Stalemate' Over Hormuz Strait Issue] Reported by Golden Finance, on April 12, according to the Financial Times, negotiators stated that U.S.-Iran negotiations over control of the Hormuz Strait remain in a 'stalemate.' Two informed sources revealed that discussions about reopening the strait continue to be a contentious issue. One source mentioned that Iran insists it still controls the waterway and can charge ships a transit fee. Despite high-level talks between U.S. Vice President Vance and Iranian Parliament Speaker Qalibaf, Iranian negotiators have rejected the option of 'joint control' of the Hormuz Strait. Another informed source stated that negotiators are holding a working dinner, followed by technical discussions scheduled for Saturday evening local time. (Jin10)