U.S., Iran said to be exploring phased deal to open Hormuz
The two countries — which have refused to make similar deals before — were pushing for a breakthrough on the sidelines of the U.N. General Assembly.
The United States and Iran are reportedly engaged in discussions aimed at a phased agreement that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz and lift the U.S. blockade on Iranian ports, according to a source with knowledge of the negotiations. This potential breakthrough comes as both nations have previously turned down similar deals in recent times.
The talks are being held on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly, though the identity of the source remains anonymous due to the sensitive nature of the information. Qatari officials are reportedly acting as mediators in these discussions. This proposed deal would mirror a memorandum of understanding reached between the U.S. and Iran in mid-June, which initially facilitated a fragile ceasefire but ultimately proved short-lived.
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