Washington, June 15: President Donald Trump has asserted that the agreement with Iran will ensure the Hormuz Strait remains “toll-free forever.” He claims this deal will secure one of the world’s most crucial energy routes and prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons.
In a special interview with The New York Times, Trump stated that this agreement will help keep this strategic maritime passage open while also reducing the risk of major conflicts in the region.
According to the newspaper, Trump emphasized that the Hormuz Strait would remain “toll-free forever,” adding that he has saved Israel from nuclear destruction.
The New York Times reports that the agreement between the U.S. and Iran aims to reopen the Hormuz Strait, which is vital for the global oil and gas supply.
Trump also warned that if negotiations fail, military action could resume. He stated that if Iran does not reach a final nuclear agreement with the U.S., he would initiate military strikes on Tehran once again.
In the interview, the U.S. President defended his previous military actions against Iran. The newspaper noted that Trump believes these strikes and the subsequent naval blockade have shifted the regional power balance in favor of the U.S., making this agreement possible.
Trump praised Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin for their roles in facilitating the diplomatic process. He criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, calling him a “very difficult person,” and noted that Israeli military actions nearly derailed the agreement.
However, several critical questions remain unanswered. The full text of the agreement has not yet been released, and further discussions are needed regarding Iran’s nuclear program, sanctions relief, and its enriched uranium stockpile. The New York Times indicates that both parties have postponed some of the most challenging issues for future negotiations.
This proposed agreement is expected to be a major topic at the upcoming G-7 summit in France. According to The Wall Street Journal, leaders of allied nations have not yet seen the complete draft of the agreement and are eager to understand how it will be implemented and monitored.
Shipping companies operating in the Gulf region have welcomed the reopening of the Strait but remain cautious. The New York Times reports that many operators will not resume normal shipping activities until they receive guaranteed security, as hundreds of vessels were stranded during the conflict.
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