Iran and US reach a tentative deal to end war as Israel rules out withdrawing from seized land
Summary
The United States and Iran have reached a preliminary agreement to extend a fragile ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, an important route for oil and gas shipments. However, Israel has refused to withdraw from land it seized in Lebanon during its conflict with the Iranian-backed Hezbollah militia, complicating the peace efforts.Key Facts
- The U.S. and Iran agreed early Monday on a tentative deal to extend their ceasefire.
- The deal includes plans to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway for global energy supplies.
- A formal signing of the agreement is expected on Friday in Switzerland, according to Pakistan, the mediator.
- Israel continues to control land in Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza, refusing to withdraw from these areas.
- Israel’s Defense Minister warned that Israel will respond with strong force if Iran attacks over Israeli military actions in Lebanon.
- The conflict started on February 28 when the U.S. and Israel launched military actions against Iran and Hezbollah.
- The deal allows 60 days to resolve issues about Iran’s nuclear program and uranium stockpile.
- President Donald Trump authorized lifting the U.S. naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz once the deal is finalized.
Read the Full Article
This is a fact-based summary from The Actual News. Click below to read the complete story directly from the original source.