Iran would open Strait of Hormuz 30 days after peace deal, Nikkei reports citing source


A drone view shows vessels sailing through the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, May 25, 2026. REUTERS/Stringer

May 25 (Reuters) - ⁠The U.S. and Iran ⁠are discussing a plan to ‌open the Strait of Hormuz about 30 days after the two countries ​reach a deal ⁠to end hostilities, ⁠the Nikkei newspaper reported on Monday ⁠citing ‌a Middle East diplomatic source.

Iran would ⁠proceed to clear mines from the ​strait ‌during a 30-day window following ⁠an ​agreement, after which ships from all countries would be able ⁠to navigate freely and ​safely, and Iran would stop collecting transit fees, Nikkei said.

The ⁠ceasefire agreed in early April would be extended for 60 days, with the plan ​to hold talks ⁠on Iran's nuclear program during ​the two-month pause, ‌the report added.

(Reporting by ​Nichiket Sunil in Bengaluru; Editing by Toby Chopra)

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