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U.S.-Iran 60-day pause hinges on a partial bargain
Filed: Jun 18, 2026 at 9:00 AM ET
Summary: The article outlines a reported 60-day U.S.-Iran bargain involving oil, sanctions relief, nuclear limits, and IAEA oversight.
WHO: The United States and Iran
WHAT: A reported 60-day U.S.-Iran bargain is described, pairing Iran oil reopening and sanctions relief with U.S. Strait of Hormuz access and nuclear concessions plus IAEA oversight.
WHEN: Jun 18, 2026 at 8:24 AM ET
WHERE: Gulf
WHY: To keep shooting stopped for 60 days while talks continue and both sides avoid another round of war.
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