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US, Iran Reach Peace Deal; Hormuz Strait to Reopen
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US, Iran Reach Peace Deal; Hormuz Strait to Reopen

From Times of Israel · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The US and Iran have reportedly reached a peace framework agreement to end their war, halt the US blockade, and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
  • The deal, set to be signed Friday in Switzerland, also includes 60 days of talks on Tehran's nuclear program.
  • US President Donald Trump confirmed the deal's completion and authorized the immediate opening of the Strait of Hormuz, while threatening renewed attacks if a nuclear accord isn't reached.

A significant peace framework agreement has reportedly been reached between the United States and Iran, signaling a potential end to their protracted conflict. The deal, announced overnight by US and Iranian officials, is expected to halt the US blockade of Iran and facilitate the reopening of the vital Strait of Hormuz. This breakthrough is slated for formal signing on Friday in Switzerland.

The deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete. Congratulations to all! I hereby fully authorize the toll free opening of the Strait of Hormuz, and, simultaneously herewith, authorize the immediate removal of the United States Naval blockade. Ships of the world, start your engines. Let the oil flow!

— Donald TrumpUS President Donald Trump's statement on Truth Social confirming the peace deal and authorizing the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

The agreement also sets the stage for 60 days of talks focused on Tehran's nuclear program. US President Donald Trump confirmed the deal's finalization on Sunday evening via Truth Social, stating, "The deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete." He further authorized the immediate removal of the US naval blockade and the opening of the Strait of Hormuz, urging global shipping to resume. However, Trump also reportedly issued a warning that attacks on Iran could restart if a nuclear accord fails to materialize.

The deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete.

— Donald TrumpUS President Donald Trump confirmed the peace agreement on his social media platform, Truth Social.

According to Iranian and Pakistani sources, the comprehensive agreement includes a ceasefire in the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, the Iran-backed Lebanese group. Iran's deputy foreign minister, Kazem Gharibabadi, confirmed the "immediate and permanent end of the war and all military operations on various fronts, including Lebanon."

immediate and permanent end of the war and all military operations on various fronts, including Lebanon

— Kazem GharibabadiIran's deputy foreign minister confirming the scope of the ceasefire agreement.

The deal was initially announced by Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who acted as a mediator. While Israeli leaders have yet to publicly respond, reports indicate the framework has caused significant concern among Israeli officials, who were not involved in the negotiations. The reported terms, which include reopening the Strait of Hormuz and ending the US blockade, aim to restore global oil supply, but may not fully achieve the war's initial objectives set by the US and Israel, such as eliminating Iran's nuclear program or ending its support for proxy groups.

the immediate and permanent termination of military operations on all fronts, including in Lebanon.

— Shehbaz SharifPakistan's Prime Minister announcing the pact's terms.
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Originally published by Times of Israel in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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