What do we know about the US-Iran peace deal - and what questions remain?

The US and Iran have announced a peace deal to end military hostilities, though specific details regarding the Strait of Hormuz and Iran's nuclear program remain undisclosed. President Trump has indicated that the agreement is contingent on future negotiations.
Why it matters
A peace deal between the US and Iran has significant implications for global oil markets, regional stability in the Middle East, and international nuclear non-proliferation efforts.
Vessels lie at anchor in the strait of Hormuz. The US and Iran say they have agreed a peace deal, but the details of the deal were not released on Sunday. Photograph: Reuters View image in fullscreen Vessels lie at anchor in the strait of Hormuz. The US and Iran say they have agreed a peace deal, but the details of the deal were not released on Sunday. Photograph: Reuters US-Israel war on Iran Explainer What do we know about the US-Iran peace deal – and what questions remain? Access to the strait of Hormuz and the future of Iran’s nuclear program are among the issues that remain unclear amid a lack of detail on the agreement
The article presents the announcement while highlighting the lack of clarity and the complexity of the geopolitical situation.
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