President Trump announced a ceasefire agreement with Iran, with a key provision reopening the Strait of Hormuz to shipping. According to Al Jazeera, the Strait—which handles roughly a third of global seaborne oil trade—represents a critical chokepoint for world energy markets. The deal marks a significant shift in US-Iran relations, though full implementation details remain to be determined.

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