US President Donald Trump says the Strait of Hormuz will be “completely open” by Friday, following an agreement between the United States and Iran that is set to be formally signed during a ceremony referenced as taking place in Geneva. Speaking at the start of bilateral talks with French President Emmanuel Macron at the G7 summit in France, Trump also says the strait is already partially open. Several outlets report Trump characterizes the opening as dependent on the deal limiting the Middle East conflict and easing constraints on shipping through the strategic chokepoint.
Trump adds that work is continuing related to de-mining, describing ongoing efforts to keep the area safe, including that there is “hunting” to ensure mines are cleared. He also comments on expected international support, including that London and Paris have proposed a joint naval mission, though Trump suggests additional help may not be necessary.
Reporting also includes Trump’s comments linking the deal to preventing Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon. While details of the agreement are not fully specified across the sources, all accounts converge on the same timeline: full reopening by Friday, with signing activity associated with that date.
