SNN – Breaking News – Iran has announced that safe passage through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz will be possible for the next two weeks, following a temporary de-escalation in regional tensions.
Abbas Araghchi confirmed the development in a statement posted on X, noting that the decision takes into account technical and operational considerations. He added that Iran would halt its activities in the Strait if attacks against the country cease.
The announcement follows reports of a temporary ceasefire agreement involving Iran, the United States, and Israel, aimed at reducing immediate tensions in the region.
Earlier, Donald Trump stated that he had agreed to suspend military actions against Iran for a period of two weeks, signaling a potential window for diplomatic engagement.
The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world’s most critical maritime chokepoints, with a significant share of global oil supplies passing through it. Any disruption to traffic in the area has immediate implications for global energy markets and international trade.
Analysts say the two-week window could provide an فرصة muhiim ah for diplomatic negotiations, though uncertainty remains over whether the ceasefire will hold.
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