The United States and Iran have reached a tentative agreement to extend a ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global energy. The deal, mediated by Pakistan, is set to be signed Friday in Geneva, but faces major hurdles.
- Israel refuses to withdraw from seized territory in Lebanon, potentially derailing the agreement. - The deal gives only 60 days to address Iran's highly enriched uranium stockpile.
- World leaders cautiously welcome the deal, but skepticism remains. - Energy experts warn it will take months to restore full oil and gas flows even after the strait reopens.
The agreement aims to end a war that has caused thousands of deaths and global economic turmoil, but its success hinges on resolving conflicts with Israel and Iran's nuclear program.