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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
James Reynolds

Iran considering major step to ease tensions with US – and restart peace talks

  • Iran is reportedly considering a temporary halt to its shipments through the Strait of Hormuz.
  • This potential move aims to de-escalate tensions with the United States and facilitate the resumption of peace talks.
  • Negotiating teams are urgently working to restart diplomatic discussions in Islamabad, following the collapse of an initial round.
  • The United States has blockaded Iranian ports, a measure Iran has condemned as 'piracy,' threatening the security of other Gulf ports in response.
  • Limiting Iranian ships in the Strait for a few days is viewed as a potential strategy to prevent incidents that could undermine ongoing negotiations.

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