Washington, United States, May 6, 2026 (AFP) - Hopes rise for Iran deal as US halts guiding ships in Hormuz

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2026-05-06

The United States and a key mediator in the Middle East war expressed new hope of talks leading to a peace deal with Iran on Wednesday, after President Donald Trump halted a plan to guide ships through the Strait of Hormuz. The US leader cited the chance to seal a deal in pausing his so-called "Project Freedom", as positive signs grew that both sides could come back to the negotiating table after weeks of deadlock. "Great Progress has been made t......

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