"President Donald Trump posted Tuesday night on his social media site that the ceasefire was subject to Iran agreeing to the 'COMPLETE, IMMEDIATE, and SAFE OPENING of the Strait of Hormuz,' the waterway leading out of the Persian Gulf through which one-fifth of the world's oil is transported during peacetime."
"Even if that happens, Iran says shipping traffic can resume only under the management of its military. That means Tehran can still make the case it is controlling the strait, and therefore retaining crucial global political and economic leverage."
The ceasefire deal in the Iran war is jeopardized as Tehran accuses the Trump administration of violations. Disagreements persist over critical issues, including Iran's military control of the Strait of Hormuz and its enriched uranium stockpile. President Trump emphasized the need for the complete reopening of the strait, vital for global oil transport. Iran's military management of shipping traffic could allow it to maintain control and leverage, potentially imposing fees on vessels. The situation remains complex and fluid, with various factors influencing the negotiations.
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