Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:04pm on 18 Jun 2026,Thursday International
U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance said that Washington has already permitted at least 12 ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz after the signing of the interim peace agreement with Iran. According to Vance, more than 12.5 million barrels of oil moved through the strategic waterway, signaling the beginning of a return to normal shipping operations. The move follows the lifting of the U.S. naval blockade under the deal, which opens a 60-day period for negotiations on a final agreement. Despite the progress, concerns remain over security risks and long-term stability in the region. (PC: AP)
