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US–Iran Hormuz Deal Expires as Sanctions and Blockade Tighten: Analysis

The US–Iran memorandum of understanding on the Strait of Hormuz is set to expire, after a 60‑day period meant to halt military action and allow talks that have failed to reach a deal. Washington now increases economic pressure through sanctions and a naval blockade, while Iran links secure shipping to sanctions relief, frozen assets and wider regional demands. In an interview with Al Jazeera, Professor Mostafa Khosh‑cheshm says Iran is preparing for a “tough situation” and aims to make any US attack too costly.

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