Trump says US-Iran draft would reopen Strait of Hormuz within 30 days
Trump said the Kharg Island operation is off the table and a draft U.S.-Iran memorandum would reopen the Strait of Hormuz immediately, restore prewar shipping within 30 days, and extend the ceasefire if approved.
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Both Guardian sources directly confirm that Trump said seizure of Kharg Island is off the table if the deal is signed, and that the Strait of Hormuz would reopen immediately upon signing, likely this weekend (consistent with the claim's 'Saturday or Monday'). NBC's live blog corroborates the de-escalation and prior Kharg threat. The claim accurately reflects Trump's stated remarks, though Iran had not confirmed any deal at the time.
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