When will Hormuz reopen? The major sticking points in US-Iran talks
US-Iran negotiations are facing significant challenges, particularly regarding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and the future of Iran's nuclear program. While President Trump claims a deal is close, Iranian reports indicate unresolved issues remain. The situation is further complicated by Iran's control over the strait and its nuclear ambitions, which are contentious points in the discussions.
- ▪Control over the Strait of Hormuz is a major hurdle in US-Iran talks.
- ▪Iran has maintained oversight of the strait, complicating potential agreements.
- ▪The future of Iran's nuclear program remains a contentious issue in negotiations.
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- ▪ End in sight? Hormuz, nukes at the heart of US-Iran sticking points — France 24 (EN)
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| Publication time | Mon, 25 May 2026 03:00:00 +0000 |
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The major sticking points holding up a US-Iran peace dealBy Audrey CourtyTopic:World PoliticsMon 25 May 2026 at 1:00pmMon 25 May 2026 at 1:00pmMon 25 May 2026 at 1:00pmControl over the Strait of Hormuz remains one of the biggest hurdles in US-Iran talks. (Reuters Photo: Majid Asgaripour)abc.net.au/news/the-major-sticking-points-holding-up-a-us-iran-peace-deal/106717358Link copiedShareShare articleThe outline of a potential US-Iran agreement is beginning to emerge, but major questions remain, from how the Strait of Hormuz would reopen to the future of Iran's nuclear program.US President Donald Trump has repeatedly suggested a deal is close, saying an agreement was "largely negotiated", before adding on Sunday, local time, that negotiations were "proceeding in an orderly and constructive…
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