U.S. and Iran reach deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz

The United States and Iran have reached an agreement that ends the U.S. naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and authorizes the immediate reopening of the waterway to international shipping. Officials confirmed the deal on 14 June 2026. A statement posted on a U.S. government platform said the agreement with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete and that ships may resume transit.

Israeli strikes on Beirut Israeli forces carried out airstrikes on Beirut’s southern suburbs on 14 June. Explosions were reported in the Lebanese capital, and the Israeli military said the targets were Hezbollah positions. A joint statement from the Israeli prime minister and defense minister said the strikes responded to rocket fire into Israeli territory from Hezbollah positions.

Iranian domestic reaction Iranian hardliners have publicly urged rejection of the proposed U.S. peace deal. Demonstrations and statements opposing the agreement were reported inside Iran on the same day. The U.S. side said the deal also includes authorization for the toll-free opening of the Strait of Hormuz and the removal of the naval blockade.

>"The Deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete. Congratulations to all! I hereby fully authorize the toll free opening of the Strait of Hormuz, and, simultaneously herewith, authorize the immediate removal of the United States Naval blockade.

Ships of the World, start your engines. " — U.S. government statement, 14 June 2026 (The Guardian) Pakistani officials stated that the formal signing ceremony will take place on 19 June. No further details on the location or participants were released.