The strait has virtually stopped since the start of the conflict, which has blocked nearly 20 percent of the world's oil supply and created a global energy crisis.
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‘We mutually agree that even if the blockade is in full force, the ‘Project Freedom’ will be suspended for a short period of time, so that the deal can be finalized and signed.’
However, there was no immediate response from Tehran on the poison, where it was early Wednesday morning.
Shortly after Trump's post, US crude oil futures fell by $2.30 and fell below $100 per barrel, a much-discussed limit since the rise in fuel prices due to the conflict two months ago.
Meanwhile, the White House did not immediately respond to requests for comment on what progress has been made or how long the break will last.
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Rubio and other senior officials of the administration said earlier Tuesday that Iran could not be allowed to control the traffic in the strait.
Iran has effectively blocked the strait by threatening the deployment of mines, drones, missiles and fast-striking vessels, which in response to which the US has blocked ports in Iran and arranged for commercial ships to travel with guards.
Source: Rotors
