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US Official: Hormuz Deal Is Imminent, Upon Which US Will Lift Blockade Of Iranian Ports
US Official: Hormuz Deal Is Imminent, Upon Which US Will Lift Blockade Of Iranian Ports
Summary
US official tells Reuters that US will lift blockade upon Omani deal announcement.
Bessent: Hormuz could reopen under a 30-60 day ceasefire as soon as "today or tomorrow."
Iran asserts that US & Israeli vessels remain barred until sanctions are lifted and compensation is paid.
Trump says the conflict could "end pretty soon," signaling a possible final US exit.
Iran remains defiant, pointing out it still has the leverage & can threaten Hormuz.
However, the deal could reopen oil flows...
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