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The deal, and call, behind Trump’s climbdown on Iran strikes
President Donald Trump decided against escalating the war with Iran after reports of a potential Iran-Oman deal to govern shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. The deal would involve reopening the strait, though Iran stated it would not return to its pre-conflict status. Trump cited a desire to avoid casualties, while his advisers remain divided over escalation.
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