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Trump announces resumption of negotiations with Iran on Hormuz

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The United States and Iran announced the resumption of negotiations, including the issue of the Strait of Hormuz. The negotiations also involve Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Qatar.

US President Donald Trump has announced the resumption of negotiations with Iran, including the issue of the Strait of Hormuz.2 According to diplomatic sources cited by ANSA, the agreement would provide for a halt to airstrikes after talks with Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar and Tehran.2 Iran has stated that the Strait of Hormuz remains closed and that any passage is only possible with the authorization of the Armed Forces of the Islamic Republic.1

A video released by the Fars agency shows ships waiting for Iranian authorization to transit through the Strait of Hormuz.1 European stock markets showed a positive trend after the announcement of the negotiations, while oil prices fell significantly.3 Trump's announcement affected financial markets, with oil prices falling sharply.3

“Agreement on Hormuz. Stop the raids after talks with Saudi Arabia, Emirates, Qatar and Tehran”
ANSA, citando fonti diplomatiche2

Why it matters

  • The Strait of Hormuz is the sea passage through which about a fifth of the world's oil passes, located between Iran and the UAE.1

  • Negotiations between the United States and Iran follow a period of rising tensions, with airstrikes and temporary closures of the strait.2,1

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