Iran peace deal looms while new military action flares near Strait of Hormuz - AL-MONITOR: The Middle Eastʼs leading independent news source since 2012
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Iran peace deal looms while new military action flares near Strait of Hormuz - AL-MONITOR: The Middle Eastʼs leading independent news source since 2012
Summary: Hopes for a peace deal between the United States and Iran are rising as both sides reportedly agree on a text to end their war, with an initial agreement possible in the coming days. The proposed memorandum would reopen the Strait of Hormuz and lift the U.S. naval blockade on Iranian ports, with talks on Iran’s nuclear program to occur afterward. Iran, led by Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi, indicates it has gained concessions and may retain some control over Hormuz t
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