Iran war day 108: Iran, US reach a tentative deal to end conflict
Summary
President Donald Trump and Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi announced they reached an initial deal to end the war and reopen shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. The United States and Iran will sign a formal agreement in Switzerland soon, with plans to stop hostilities immediately and release frozen Iranian assets.Key Facts
- The deal aims to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within 30 days, allowing toll-free shipping.
- The Strait has been mostly closed since a US and Israeli attack on Iran started on December 28.
- The US agreed to release $12 billion in frozen Iranian assets before talks begin.
- The agreement includes an immediate halt to fighting on all fronts, including Lebanon.
- President Trump mentioned ongoing talks about Iran suspending uranium enrichment for 15 to 20 years.
- Israel has not made any official statement about the deal.
- The deal was mediated by Pakistan and will be signed in Switzerland.
- Western leaders, including the UK, France, and the EU, have praised the agreement.
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