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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Maroosha Muzaffar and Maira Butt

US and Iran ‘near peace deal’ to end nuclear standoff and lift sanctions

Iran United States Donald Trump Axios the Strait of Hormuz Pakistan the Middle East
  • The U.S. and Iran are reportedly nearing a peace agreement regarding the conflict in the Middle East, according to a Pakistani source involved in the efforts and an Axios report.
  • A potential deal would require both sides to lift restrictions around the Strait of Hormuz.
  • Iran would commit to a moratorium on nuclear enrichment, while the U.S. would lift sanctions and release billions in frozen Iranian funds.
  • Earlier, President Donald Trump announced a pause in his plan to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz, citing “great progress” towards a deal.
  • Trump said that the decision to pause 'Project Freedom' was based on requests from Pakistan and military success, though the U.S. naval blockade of Iranian ports will remain.
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