Iran to charge ships in Strait of Hormuz after 60 days; US-Iran sign peace deal extension

Iran has declared that ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz will face charges after a 60-day grace period. Tehran's chief negotiator stated that the crucial waterway will not revert to its pre-war status following this window. This announcement comes as the United States and Iran signed a memorandum of understanding to extend an existing truce.

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif confirmed that the agreement between the two nations took immediate effect after its signing. He shared on social media that, as an initial step, Iran would promptly reopen the Strait of Hormuz and the United States would reciprocate.

The deal has elicited a spectrum of responses, with reactions ranging from anger and relief to outright incredulity. Analysis suggests that the agreement may be a product of unrealistic ambitions for a war that is ultimately untenable. The implications for regional stability and maritime traffic remain a significant point of discussion.

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as a first step, Islamic Republic of Iran will instantly reopen the Strait of Hormuz and the United States o