Iran War Live Updates: ‘Open’ Strait Renews Hopes for Peace Talks, but Hurdles Remain
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The US and Iran have made progress in peace talks, with Iran's foreign minister stating that the Strait of Hormuz is 'completely open' for commercial ships. However, experts remain skeptical about the likelihood of a comprehensive agreement within the proposed 60-day timeframe.
The US and Iran have made progress in peace talks, with President Trump announcing that the Strait of Hormuz is 'completely open' for commercial ships. Iran's foreign minister confirmed this, but hard-line news outlets in Iran suggested some restrictions on marine traffic may remain. The development has buoyed hopes for a cease-fire and further negotiations. Pakistan's army chief has been facilitating talks between the two countries, with a proposed 60-day window to resolve issues including Iran's nuclear program and US economic sanctions. Experts are skeptical about meeting this deadline due to the technical complexity of the issues involved. The US has maintained a naval blockade on Iranian ports, which will remain in place until negotiations are '100% complete'.
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