US President Donald Trump declared on Sunday that an end to the war in West Asia is nigh, and Tehran seems on board with an interim framework for peace that looks set to be signed by the US and Iran on Friday.

West Asia

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US President Donald Trump, US, Israel, Iran, India’s finance minister

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Wed, 17 Jun 2026 02:00:59 GMT · 10d 3h ago

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West Asia ·

Why

The US and Iran are set to sign an interim peace framework, as reports indicate a 60-day ceasefire is being negotiated after more than three months of war.

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A potential peace agreement between the US and Iran, including a 60-day ceasefire, could lead to the lifting of blockades on the Strait of Hormuz, potentially impacting global fuel and foreign exchange markets, and necessitating India to address its economic vulnerabilities related to fuel, fertilizer, and foreign exchange.

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