US and Iran Sign Pact, Raising Questions About Hormuz Traffic and Regional Ceasefires

US officials have confirmed an agreement with Iran, which is expected to increase shipping activity in the Strait of Hormuz. However, there are differing views on how the strait will be managed and the duration of mine-clearing efforts. The pact also includes a fragile ceasefire in the wider Iran conflict and a separate truce in Lebanon, though Israeli forces reportedly continue operations against Hezbollah.