US-Iran deal: Key questions remain over status of Strait of Hormuz
Published - June 18, 2026 10:51 am IST
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Part of the drawdown is because the United States agreed in March to contribute about 170 million barrels of crude oil from its strategic reserves for the IEA-coordinated release of 400 million barrels along with other member countries to help calm oil markets. Vessels at the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, on June 18, 2026. | Photo Credit: Reuters The Iran–U.S. memorandum of understanding (MoU), as described by U.S. officials and media reports, contains two significant shipping-related provisions. But if we narrow in on the U.S., who is the biggest member of this strategic reserve release program, just recently they’ve drawn down their reserves to levels not seen since 1983,” says Ercolao.
Furthermore, Relative to history and relative to where they should keep levels at, it’s at its lowest point, or one of its lowest points,” says Ercolao. “The issue with that is that it leaves less buffer, less room to respond to future shocks.” © 2026 Global News, a division of Corus Entertainment Inc. The U.S. will also lift sanctions against Iran and help carve out a $300 billion reconstruction fund to help the country rebuild its economy as part of the MOU. Related Videos The International Energy Agency (IEA) requires its 32 member countries to maintain minimum emergency oil reserve equal to 90 days of net crude oil and petroleum product imports.
In addition, Iran sets 60-day free transit window for Hormuz shipping under MoU. Iran says it has suspended Strait of Hormuz transit charges for commercial vessels for 60 days.
One point remains disputed: Opposite versions — Iran’s supreme leader says approved US deal despite having ‘different’ view. ; Before the conflict, Iran did not exercise such a right, and merchant vessels transited….
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Part of the drawdown is because the United States agreed in March to contribute about 170 million barrels of crude oil from its strategic reserves for the IEA-coordinated release of 400 million barrels along with other member countries to help calm oil markets.
according to Global News - WorldVessels at the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, on June 18, 2026. | Photo Credit: Reuters The Iran–U.S. memorandum of understanding (MoU), as described by U.S. officials and media reports, contains two significant shipping-related provisions.
according to The Hindu — InternationalBut if we narrow in on the U.S., who is the biggest member of this strategic reserve release program, just recently they’ve drawn down their reserves to levels not seen since 1983,” says Ercolao.
according to Global News - WorldRelative to history and relative to where they should keep levels at, it’s at its lowest point, or one of its lowest points,” says Ercolao. “The issue with that is that it leaves less buffer, less room to respond to future shocks.” © 2026 Global News, a division of Corus Entertainment Inc.
according to Global News - WorldThe U.S. will also lift sanctions against Iran and help carve out a $300 billion reconstruction fund to help the country rebuild its economy as part of the MOU.
according to Military TimesRelated Videos The International Energy Agency (IEA) requires its 32 member countries to maintain minimum emergency oil reserve equal to 90 days of net crude oil and petroleum product imports.
according to Global News - WorldIran sets 60-day free transit window for Hormuz shipping under MoU.
according to Press TVIran has introduced a 60-day free transit framework for Strait of Hormuz shipping, requiring applications via PGSA.ir and compliance with designated routes, safety rules, and future technical procedures.
according to Press TVIran says it has suspended Strait of Hormuz transit charges for commercial vessels for 60 days.
according to Al Jazeera English — All NewsIran’s Supreme National Security Council announced that commercial vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz would not be charged passage fees for the next 60 days.
according to Al Jazeera English — All News
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- Iran’s supreme leader says approved US deal despite having ‘different’ view.Al Jazeera English — All News, Deutsche Welle English — All, Deutsche Welle English — Top Stories, Global News - World
- Before the conflict, Iran did not exercise such a right, and merchant vessels transited…The Hindu — International
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