US and Iran agree to halt mutual attacks, to meet in Qatar

The United States and Iran have reached an agreement to halt their reciprocal missile attacks, according to sources cited by Axios.

The two nations are reportedly planning to convene in Qatar's capital on June 30 to address ongoing disputes concerning maritime navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. One source indicated that vessels will be permitted to move unhindered through the maritime corridor during the technical negotiations.

This de-escalation comes after a recent surge in hostilities. The U.S. had resumed attacks on Iranian territory, accusing Iran of disrupting shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. U.S. authorities claimed Iran's military continued to target civilian vessels attempting to pass through the area.

Tehran, in turn, accused Washington of violating a peaceful agreement. Iran asserted its right to control navigation and launched strikes against U.S. bases in retaliation. The latest exchange involved Iran firing on a merchant vessel, followed by U.S. strikes on several Iranian targets. Iran then reportedly attacked U.S. military bases in Kuwait and Bahrain in response to a U.S. airstrike. This renewed escalation occurred just two weeks after an initial agreement between the U.S. and Iran to cease fire and restore free navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.

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During the continuation of technical negotiations, vessels will be able to move unhindered through the maritime corridor.