US lifts naval blockade as Iran's supreme leader says Trump made deal 'out of desperation'
Summary
The United States has ended its naval blockade of Iran after both countries signed a deal to stop the war in the Middle East. Iran’s supreme leader said President Trump signed the agreement “out of desperation” but allowed it to proceed after discussions.Key Facts
- The US Central Command confirmed that the naval blockade of Iran has stopped, following President Trump's orders.
- The deal calls for an immediate stop to fighting on all sides and reopens the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route.
- Iran’s supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei said he initially disagreed with the deal but approved it after receiving assurances from Iran’s president.
- US Vice-President JD Vance stated Iran will not get any money or relief from sanctions unless it meets the deal’s conditions.
- One condition is that Iran must destroy its stockpile of enriched uranium and stop funding armed groups in the region.
- The deal started a 60-day period of further talks, with planned technical negotiations expected soon, possibly in Switzerland.
- The formal signing ceremony was canceled after the deal was signed remotely.
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu emphasized the importance of Israel’s close relationship with the US amid mixed reactions to the deal.
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