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Trump Announces Deal with Iran on Strait of Hormuz, Nuclear Talks to Resume
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Trump Announces Deal with Iran on Strait of Hormuz, Nuclear Talks to Resume

From Sabah · () Turkish

Translated from Turkish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • U.S. President Donald Trump announced an agreement with Iran regarding the Strait of Hormuz.
  • Trump stated that a deal on nuclear disarmament would also be reached, with new talks beginning Monday afternoon.
  • Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Ismail Bekayi previously indicated that the status of the Strait of Hormuz would not revert to its pre-war state, warning of a firm response to any adventurism from the U.S.

U.S. President Donald Trump announced a breakthrough agreement with Iran concerning the Strait of Hormuz, signaling a potential de-escalation in regional tensions. Trump declared that a deal on nuclear disarmament would also be finalized, with further negotiations scheduled to commence on Monday afternoon.

This development follows a period of heightened rhetoric and uncertainty surrounding Iran's nuclear program and its strategic position in the vital waterway. The announcement suggests a shift towards diplomatic engagement after a period of strained relations.

We have reached an agreement with Iran on the Strait of Hormuz. An agreement will also be reached on nuclear disarmament. New talks with Iran will begin on Monday afternoon.

โ€” Donald TrumpAnnouncing the agreement with Iran regarding the Strait of Hormuz and nuclear disarmament.

However, Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Ismail Bekayi had previously asserted that the status of the Strait of Hormuz would not return to its pre-war condition. Bekayi had also issued a warning, stating that Iran would provide a decisive response if the U.S. engaged in adventurism, underscoring the complex and sensitive nature of the ongoing negotiations.

The status of the Strait of Hormuz will not be like the pre-war period. If the Americans pursue adventurism, they will receive a decisive answer.

โ€” Ismail BekayiIran's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson commenting on the Strait of Hormuz and warning the U.S.
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Originally published by Sabah in Turkish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.