Trump says Iran deal nearing completion, Strait of Hormuz to reopen

US President Donald Trump indicated that Washington and Tehran were close to finalising a major agreement amid the ongoing West Asia crisis, asserting that the “Strait of Hormuz will be opened” as part of the proposed deal.

In a social media post, Trump said an agreement had been “largely negotiated” between the United States, Iran, and other participating countries, with only final details remaining before a formal announcement.

“An Agreement has been largely negotiated, subject to finalization between the United States of America, the Islamic Republic of Iran, and the various other Countries, as listed. Separately, I had a call with Prime Minister Bibi Netanyahu, of Israel, which, likewise, went very well. Final aspects and details of the Deal are currently being discussed, and will be announced shortly. In addition to many other elements of the Agreement, the Strait of Hormuz will be opened,” Trump posted.