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US president Donald Trump claimed that ships carrying oil are "starting to move" out of the Strait of Hormuz after a memorandum of understanding was signed between the United States and Iran.

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Strait of Hormuz, France, Geneva

Who
Donald Trump, US president; Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf, Iranian parliament speaker; JD Vance, US vice-president
What
US president Donald Trump claimed that ships carrying oil are "starting to move" out of the Strait of Hormuz after a memorandum of understanding was signed between the United States and Iran.
When
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 17:27:00 GMT · 4h 6m ago
Where
Strait of Hormuz, France, Geneva ·
Why
The agreement between the US and Iran aims to end the 15-week conflict and facilitate the reopening of the critical waterway.
The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

This development could alleviate global energy supply concerns by reopening a major oil shipping route, potentially leading to stable or falling oil prices worldwide, though the full extent of the agreement's implementation and its impact on shipping safety are still subjects of uncertainty.

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