The naval blockade imposed by the United States on Iranian ports continues as Washington and Tehran engage in negotiations to finalize a highly anticipated agreement, expected to be signed in the coming days.
The U.S. military has confirmed that restrictions on maritime traffic associated with Iranian ports remain in effect, emphasizing that any changes to the current situation will depend on the official conclusion of the agreement and the issuance of corresponding instructions.
An American military statement noted that transit to and from Iranian ports remains subject to existing procedures, urging relevant parties to adhere to the directives until further notice.
Meanwhile, U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance expressed hope that the final text of the peace agreement and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz would be published this week, affirming that negotiations are ongoing to address several technical and detailed issues.
Vance outlined that the U.S. aims to keep the Strait of Hormuz open for international maritime navigation in the long term without transit fees, considering this step a fundamental element in ensuring the stability of global trade and energy markets.
The city of Geneva is set to host a new round of talks between the parties, focusing on the technical and implementation aspects of the agreement, amid assurances that some important details still require additional consensus before transitioning to the official signing phase.
Additionally, the U.S. Vice President mentioned that Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi and Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf are expected to participate in the anticipated signing ceremony. However, Washington has yet to announce its official representative for the occasion.
These developments occur amidst growing signs of the two sides approaching a comprehensive understanding, despite some lingering issues that require further consultations before the final agreement announcement.