Trump heralds Iran deal but questions - and risks - remain
The announcement of an Iran deal was a welcome birthday gift for the president – but its success or failure may hinge on the details.
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Trump heralds Iran deal but questions - and risks - remain11 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleAnthony ZurcherNorth America correspondentREUTERS/Stringer TPX IMAGES OF THE DAYVessels at the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, on SundayThe announcement of a deal to end hostilities between the US and Iran has provided Donald Trump with a very welcome birthday present – although it's wrapped in a fair measure of uncertainty.In his social media post heralding the agreement, the American president said that the Strait of Hormuz would be open to commercial shipping and the US would lift its naval blockade."Let the oil flow!" Trump exclaimed on Sunday.He went on to declare that, in contrast with the failures of past American presidents, he secured a "great deal" that would…
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