U.S., Iran sign initial deal to end war, open Strait of Hormuz ^51.5%

The Washington Post - By Victoria Craw - 6/18/2026, 10:29 AM

Optimism Bias 78.6% - Negativity Bias 78.6% - Ambiguity (Equivocation) 78.6%

The United States and Iran have signed an initial peace deal that is expected to open the Strait of Hormuz and waive U.S. sanctions on Iranian oil but reserve some of the toughest negotiations, including on Tehran’s nuclear capabilities, for a 60-day period ahead. more