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U.S. administration official
Coverage of U.S. administration official in the Nexus archive.
- Washington says agreement with Iran would restore shipping through Hormuz
A senior US administration official stated that lifting the American blockade on Iran would coincide with reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The agreement includes Iran reopening the strait without transit fees and conducting mine-clearance operations for maritime safety. The official expressed confidence in the negotiations, calling the deal 'fantastic and very strong.'
- Iran peace deal looms while new military action flares near Strait of Hormuz
The United States and Iran are close to reaching a peace deal, with a U.S. administration official stating both sides have agreed on a text and expect to sign an initial deal soon. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi noted possible changes but emphasized Iran's strengthened position from the conflict.