Trump says U.S. deal with Iran "is now complete," authorizes removal of Navy blockade of Strait of Hormuz
CBS News • • general
Key Points:
- The U.S. and Iran have reached a deal declaring the immediate and permanent end of military operations on all fronts, announced by President Trump and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.
- A signing ceremony for the agreement is scheduled for Friday, June 19, in Switzerland, with preliminary meetings planned this week to prepare for technical talks.
- The deal includes the cessation of military operations in Lebanon, though it remains unclear if Israel has agreed to halt its actions there.
- President Trump authorized the removal of the U.S. naval blockade and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, signaling a resumption of oil flow through the strategic waterway.
- The agreement was mediated with significant contributions from Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Qatar, and Iranian officials emphasized that the deal was reached amid ongoing distrust, with full details to be released after signing.
