US says Strait of Hormuz to be toll-free under Iran deal
US officials announced a peace deal with Iran that aims to keep the Strait of Hormuz toll-free for international shipping. The agreement includes potential reconstruction funds for Iran, contingent on performance and progress on nuclear discussions.
Why it matters
Securing the Strait of Hormuz is critical for global oil prices and international trade stability, making this a significant geopolitical development.
Share Sources say the deal includes a US$300 billion reconstruction fund for the war-battered country, with release 'tied to performance'. The US viewed the Strait of Hormuz bottleneck as an immediate priority due to global economic fallout from rising oil prices. (AFP pic) WASHINGTON : US officials said Monday that ships will move toll-free through the Strait of Hormuz under an Iran peace deal signed by President Donald Trump, and insisted that Tehran would have to fulfill its commitments before getting any economic benefits. They included a possible US$300 billion reconstruction fund for the war-battered country, but the release of funds will be “tied to performance,” a senior Trump administration official said in a call with reporters.
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