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US-Iran 60-day deal could reopen Strait of Hormuz, lift oil sanctions, end Lebanon war - report

From Jerusalem Post · () English

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At a glance

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  • A potential 60-day US-Iran deal could reopen the Strait of Hormuz and lift some oil sanctions in exchange for Iran clearing mines and waiving tolls.
  • The agreement may also end the war in Lebanon, with both sides expected to cease hostilities.
  • Negotiations continue on Iran's nuclear capabilities, though the MOU would require Iran to halt pursuit of nuclear weapons.

A potential 60-day ceasefire extension and peace agreement between the United States and Iran is reportedly nearing finalization, with new details emerging about the proposed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The agreement, if signed, could significantly alter regional dynamics, including the reopening of the vital Strait of Hormuz.

It will be interesting to see how far Iran will be truly willing to go, but if they are capable of and want to change their trajectory, this next phase will force them to make some critical decisions on what they want to be as a country.

· US officialA U.S. official commented on the potential impact of the agreement on Iran's future direction.

According to reports, the MOU specifies that the Strait of Hormuz would be open without tolls, and Iran would be responsible for clearing the mines it has deployed there. In return, the U.S. would lift its blockade on Iranian ports and waive certain sanctions, allowing Iran to resume selling oil freely. This aspect of the deal aims to ease economic pressure on Iran while ensuring maritime security.

Beyond economic and maritime issues, the proposed agreement also addresses the ongoing conflict in Lebanon. The MOU reportedly includes provisions for ending the war between Israel and Hezbollah, with officials stating it would not be a "one-sided ceasefire." This suggests a mutual cessation of hostilities contingent on the behavior of both Hezbollah and Israel.

it would not be a "one-sided ceasefire," and that if "Hezbollah behaves, Israel will behave."

· US officialA U.S. official described the terms of the potential ceasefire in Lebanon.

However, significant hurdles remain, particularly concerning Iran's nuclear program. While the MOU would obligate Iran to cease any pursuit of nuclear weapons, key issues related to its nuclear capabilities and enriched uranium stockpile are expected to remain under negotiation. One U.S. official indicated that the deal's duration could be jeopardized if Iran is perceived as not being serious about nuclear talks, emphasizing the critical decisions Iran must make regarding its future trajectory.

Bibi has his domestic considerations, but Trump has the interests of the US and the global economy to think about.

· US officialA U.S. official discussed the considerations of Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and U.S. President Trump in the negotiations.
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