US Waives Iran Sanctions for 60 Days

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The United States (US) has waived sanctions on Iran for 60 days, starting Monday, following the first talks held under an emerging peace deal, with U.S. President Donald Trump saying he has “done what I have to do” if Iran does not stick to its side of the agreement.
U.S. ‌Vice President JD Vance said discussions with Iranian officials in Switzerland had laid a good foundation for a final peace deal, although Iran denied that it had begun discussions of its nuclear program.
Mediators Pakistan and Qatar said that the two nations, trying to build on the interim deal they signed last week, agreed a roadmap towards a permanent agreement within 60 days at the talks in the Qatari-owned Swiss mountain resort of Bürgenstock.
They also agreed ​on a mechanism to end fighting in Lebanon between U.S. ally Israel and Iran-aligned Hezbollah, and opened a communications line to help ensure safe passage for commercial ships ​through the Strait of Hormuz in order to avoid conflict in the strategic waterway.

As part of efforts to ease economic pressure on Iran, the U.S. Treasury announced a sanctions waiver that will remain in effect until August 21.

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The waiver allows Iran to sell oil and related products and receive payments for those sales.

Meanwhile, officials said fighting in Lebanon has significantly reduced under the new agreement targeted at ending regional hostilities.

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However, Israel said it will continue to maintain a security zone in southern Lebanon and take action against any threats to its soldiers and citizens.

Tanker traffic through Hormuz began to pick up on Monday, with Oman’s foreign minister affirming his country’s commitment to international law and to toll-free, safe passage during negotiations with Iran over administering the vital waterway.

U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran, as well as Israeli military strikes in Lebanon, have killed thousands of people and forced millions to flee their homes.

The conflict has also affected the global economy, pushing up oil prices and creating uncertainty in financial markets. However, oil prices fell on Tuesday after dropping by about 3% the previous day.

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