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Trump heralds Iran deal but questions - and risks - remain
Key takeaways
- Anthony Zurcher North America correspondent REUTERS/Stringer TPX IMAGES OF THE DAYVessels at the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, on Sunday.
- In his social media post heralding the agreement, the American president said that the Strait of Hormuz would be open to commercial shipping and the US would lift its naval blockade.
- "Let the oil flow!" Trump exclaimed on Sunday.
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Anthony Zurcher North America correspondent REUTERS/Stringer TPX IMAGES OF THE DAYVessels at the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, on Sunday. The announcement of a deal to end hostilities between the US and Iran has provided Donald Trump with a very welcome birthday present – although it's wrapped in a fair measure of uncertainty.
In his social media post heralding the agreement, the American president said that the Strait of Hormuz would be open to commercial shipping and the US would lift its naval blockade.
"Let the oil flow!" Trump exclaimed on Sunday.
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