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Iran foreign minister says passage through the Strait of Hormuz allowed next 2 weeks under Iranian military management

Abbas Araghchi said passage will be allowed only with Iranian military coordination, as West Texas Intermediate crude fell more than 15%, traders said.

  • On Tuesday, President Donald Trump announced a two-week ceasefire with the Islamic Republic of Iran after accepting a peace proposal mediated by Pakistan, halting threats to strike the nation.
  • Trump previously threatened to wipe out Iranian 'civilization' if U.S. demands were not met by an 8 p.m. deadline, but extended this timeline after Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif proposed negotiations.
  • Iran promised 'safe passage' through the Strait of Hormuz via coordination with its Armed Forces, though a regional official claimed tolling will continue during the ceasefire with at least 35 vessels paying fees.
  • U.S. oil prices fell over 18% following the announcement, while Iran's Supreme National Security Council characterized the U.S. acceptance of the plan as a 'great victory.'
  • Delegations will meet in Islamabad on Friday, April 10, 2026, to negotiate a conclusive agreement, as Sharif invited both sides to further discuss terms and settle all disputes.
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