The United States has lifted its blockade of Iran, enabling oil tankers to move freely through the Strait of Hormuz. This development comes after months of restricted access to the critical channel.
Iranian Supreme Leader Endorses Direct Talks
Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, the Iranian Supreme Leader, has expressed his support for direct negotiations with the US. In a statement read by state media, Khamenei emphasized that face-to-face talks do not imply acceptance of the enemy’s opinion.
The US and Iran have reached a tentative agreement to end the war, with the US easing its blockade of Iran. Vice President JD Vance announced that he may postpone a trip to Switzerland, where he was scheduled to attend a ceremonial signing of the deal.
US-Iran Agreement Details
The agreement includes provisions for Iran to invite the UN’s nuclear watchdog agency to inspect its nuclear sites. A side letter between Tehran and the International Atomic Energy Agency extends the invitation, enabling US nuclear inspectors to visit Tehran.
The agreement also states that Iran’s stockpile of highly enriched uranium must be diluted under international supervision, and Iran shall not procure or develop nuclear weapons.
Original reporting: Texarkana Gazette — read the source article.
