Trump signs preliminary peace deal amid concerns over Strait of Hormuz shipping
US President Donald Trump has signed a preliminary peace deal to address the ongoing war in Iran, raising concerns over shipping traffic in the Strait of Hormuz. Experts warn that it could take months to clear sea mines and resume normal commerce, despite Trump’s optimistic outlook on reopening the vital trade route by week's.
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Published 18 Jun 2026, 09:45 UTC · Updated 18 Jun 2026, 09:50 UTC
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