Iran and US Draft Agreement to End Conflict, Reopen Strait of Hormuz

According to a draft agreement obtained by Kyodo News, Iran and the United States are moving toward a joint document aimed at ending hostilities between the two countries. A key provision is that Iran will begin reopening the Strait of Hormuz immediately after the memorandum is formally signed.

The Strait of Hormuz, a strategic waterway connecting the Persian Gulf to the Indian Ocean, has long been a flashpoint in Iran-US tensions. Reopening the strait is seen as a crucial step to restore maritime traffic and reduce regional tensions.

The draft agreement also outlines a series of measures to cease hostile actions, including the resumption of diplomatic dialogue. However, the text has not been published in detail, and negotiations are still ongoing.