June 19, 2026

lWhy I okayed deal despite having different view — Iran’s supreme leader

By Nkiruka Nnorom with agency report

United States yesterday said it has lifted its blockade on Iranian ports near the Strait of Hormuz, after both countries signed the initial peace deal aimed ending the over 40 days war.

Following the signing, Vice President JD Vance said 12.5 million barrels of oil had passed through the strait the previous night, noting that Iranian forces had not fired on any ships.