Peace deal between US and Iran, with strait of Hormuz to reopen

The United States and Iran reached a peace deal on June 17, 2026, following nearly four months of regional conflict, according to statements from Donald Trump and senior Iranian officials. Iranian deputy foreign minister Kazem Gharibabadi confirmed the agreement in televised comments early on Monday, stating it would bring an "immediate end" to the war between the two nations and also encompass Lebanon. The deal's announcement came despite an Israeli strike on Lebanon on Sunday, which drew criticism from both Iran and Trump. A key component of the agreement involves the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping lane that had been a point of contention. This development marks a significant de-escalation in the Middle East crisis, which had seen increased tensions and military engagements over the preceding months. The specifics of the terms, beyond the cessation of hostilities and the reopening of the strait, were not immediately detailed by either party.