SouthernWorldwide.com – President Donald Trump announced Sunday that the United States and Iran have officially reached a peace agreement, a significant diplomatic achievement that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz and lift the U.S. naval blockade on Iranian ports.
“The Deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete,” Trump stated in a Truth Social post.
“Congratulations to all! I hereby fully authorize the toll free opening of the Strait of Hormuz, and, simultaneously herewith, authorize the immediate removal of the United States Naval blockade. Ships of the World, start your engines. Let the oil flow!”
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who played a mediating role, was the first to announce the peace deal. He indicated that a signing ceremony is scheduled for Friday in Switzerland.
Trump further elaborated that the Strait of Hormuz would be reopened once the agreement is formally signed by all parties involved.
“With the opening of the Strait upon the signing of the Deal on Friday, for purposes of mine removal, oil will flow on both ends again for the Region, and the World!” he expressed.
According to Sharif, the agreement includes the cessation of military operations throughout the region. This encompasses activities in Lebanon, where Iran-backed Hezbollah has been in conflict with Israel.
“Both sides have declared the immediate and permanent termination of military operations on all fronts, including in Lebanon,” Sharif stated.
Specific details of the agreement, including any provisions concerning Iran’s nuclear program, were not immediately disclosed.
Iran’s deputy foreign minister indicated that further discussions with the United States regarding a final and more comprehensive agreement would occur during a 60-day ceasefire period, as reported by Reuters.
The outlet also reported that the future of Iran’s nuclear program would be a subject of these upcoming negotiations. President Trump has consistently emphasized that Iran must not possess nuclear weapons and has repeatedly pledged to prevent Tehran from developing, acquiring, or obtaining them.
Trump lauded his administration for successfully securing this agreement.
“This Great Deal will bring Peace and Security to the whole Region,” he remarked. “Many presidents have tried to make Peace with Iran, and all have failed before me. The Leaders of the Region have, for the first time, found a President who can help them achieve real Peace.”
Prime Minister Sharif also conveyed his gratitude to both the United States and Iran for their “commitment to finding a diplomatic solution to the conflict.” He also thanked Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey for their contributions to the mediation efforts.
With the agreement now in place, mediators are expected to facilitate a series of meetings this week. These meetings are intended to lay the groundwork for technical negotiations and the eventual official signing ceremony, Sharif explained.
This peace deal would formally conclude the high-stakes conflict that commenced on February 28. The conflict had disrupted approximately 20% of global oil shipments passing through the Strait of Hormuz, contributing to increased energy prices worldwide.
The development occurs roughly one year after Israel launched significant strikes against Iran during Operation Rising Lion. These strikes triggered a 12-day conflict between the two nations before President Trump ordered strikes on three nuclear facilities later that same month.
