The United States and Iran have reached a principled agreement that provides for the opening of the Strait of Hormuz, as well as Tehran's commitments to dispose of its stockpiles of highly enriched uranium, reports Todayinfo. This was stated by The New York Times newspaper.
According to a senior American official, the agreement could lead to a de-escalation of the conflict in the Middle East. However, final approval of the document by the leadership of both countries may still take several days.
The publication emphasizes that the details of the agreement are unclear, as it is not yet known how quickly the movement of vessels through the waters can be normalized. It is also unclear whether this agreement implies the Islamic Republic's continued control over the strait.
Iranian officials have not yet publicly commented on the details of the potential agreement.
Meanwhile, as Fox News reported on Sunday, the US and Iran have agreed on 95 percent of a framework agreement. However, negotiators continue to discuss the wording on issues related to Tehran's nuclear arsenal and control over the Strait of Hormuz.
We are not going to give up. We have not yet reached an agreement. We are not going to sign an agreement today or tomorrow, — the TV channel quoted a US administration official as saying.
The official also clarified that an agreement on the nuclear arsenal and the Strait of Hormuz has been reached, but the details of the wording are being discussed. He added that the US administration sees an opportunity to conclude a deal that will reduce costs for Washington while preventing Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons.
Should an agreement not be reached, US representatives reserve the right to resume hostilities.
As the Axios portal reported earlier, Washington and Tehran may soon sign a 60-day memorandum of understanding with an option for mutual extension. It implies a continuation of the truce. It was expected that the United States would lift the blockade on Iranian ports. In addition, the document includes Tehran's commitments not to develop nuclear weapons.
It is alleged that within two months, the Strait of Hormuz will be opened without charging a passage fee, and Iran will agree to demine the route. American troops deployed to the Middle East will remain there until the final deal is concluded.
