Blitz Bureau
NEW DELHI: US President Donald Trump announced that the United States and Iran had completed a deal that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end the US naval blockade, marking what he described as a major breakthrough after months of conflict.
“The deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete. Congratulations to all!” Trump said in a post on social media.
The announcement came as international attention remained focused on the narrow waterway through which a substantial portion of the world’s seaborne oil trade passes. The Strait of Hormuz has been at the centre of tensions between Washington and Tehran for months, with disruptions to shipping contributing to volatility in global energy prices.
Trump said he was authorising the reopening of the waterway and lifting the US blockade that had been imposed during the conflict.
“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,” he wrote.
“Ships of the World, start your engines. Let the oil flow!”
In a second post, Trump cast the agreement as a historic diplomatic achievement. “This Great Deal will bring Peace and Security to the whole Region,” he wrote.
“Many presidents have tried to make Peace with Iran, and all have failed before me.”
“The Leaders of the Region have, for the first time, found a President who can help them achieve real Peace,” he added.
Trump said the agreement would be formally signed on June 19.
