Trump Announces U.S.-Iran Deal, Authorizes Strait of Hormuz Opening
President Trump announced on Sunday an agreement between the United States and Iran aimed at concluding a 108-day-old conflict, coinciding with his 80th birthday. As part of this declaration, Trump authorized the toll-free opening of the Strait of Hormuz. He also ordered the immediate removal of the United States Naval blockade, signaling a significant shift in the region's maritime posture.
President Trump announced a deal between the United States and Iran on Sunday, a development that coincided with his 80th birthday. The stated purpose of this agreement is to bring an end to a conflict that has reportedly lasted 108 days.
In his announcement, President Trump stated, "Congratulations to all! I hereby fully authorize the toll free opening of the Strait of Hormuz, and, simultaneously herewith, authorize the immediate removal of the United States Naval blockade."
This authorization signifies a change in the status of the strategic waterway and the cessation of the U.S. naval presence that had been in effect.
According to The Hill, the announcement marked the conclusion of the 108-day conflict between the two nations.
