diplomacyThursday, June 18, 20262 sources
Iran's Supreme Leader Approves US Deal Despite Divergent Views
Iran's Supreme Leader approved a US deal despite having 'different' views, suspending transit charges for commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz for 60 days. US Vice President JD Vance defended the agreement, planning to travel to Switzerland to negotiate a long-term framework. The move marks a significant diplomatic shift in US-Iran relations.
Iran's Supreme Leader announced approval of the US deal, despite expressing differing views, as reported by Al Jazeera. The agreement includes a 60-day suspension of transit charges for commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. Al Jazeera noted this as a key component of the deal. Meanwhile, euronews reported that US Vice President JD Vance supported the deal, stating he would likely travel to Switzerland to turn it into a long-term agreement. The two sources agree on the approval and suspension of charges but differ on the specifics of the US side's plans and the broader implications of the deal.
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IndependentAl JazeeraJun 19, 12:19 AM
Iran’s supreme leader says approved US deal despite having ‘different’ viewIran says it has suspended Strait of Hormuz transit charges for commercial vessels for 60 days.
IndependentEuronewsJun 18, 10:58 PM
Iran's supreme leader says he approved US framework deal despite having 'different view'Meanwhile, US Vice President JD Vance defended the deal, saying he would likely head to Switzerland for talks to turn it into a long-term agreement.