Russian
media cited Pakistani and Iranian sources saying the U.S. and Iran are close to
an agreement for free navigation, with a formal announcement expected
soon—though neither capital has confirmed it.
The war started in late February when President Trump ordered strikes despite intelligence warnings from DNI Tulsi Gabbard about a harder-line Iranian successor, Strait closure, and regional attacks.
Diplomatic efforts now involve Pakistan, Oman, and ideas for mine-clearing and temporary corridors, as U.S. oil prices drop on the news and public war support falls to 31 percent.