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US and Iran Reach Initial Ceasefire Agreement, But Straits of Hormuz Remain Closed Until Friday

15 June 2026 04:30

The United States and Iran have reached a preliminary agreement to extend their ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, though the strait will not open until the deal is signed on Friday. - Israel refuses to withdraw from seized Lebanese territory, potentially derailing the deal.

- The agreement gives only 60 days to address Iran's nuclear program, a major sticking point. - World leaders cautiously welcome the deal, but oil markets remain volatile.

The agreement, if signed, could ease the global energy crisis, but significant challenges remain.

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