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The United States says it has reached a deal to end the war with Iran and reopen the Strait of Hormuz — but much remains unclear about exactly how it will work. Andrew Chang breaks down statements from both sides to explain what we know about the terms, and the factors that might prevent it from going ahead smoothly.
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Vice President JD Vance spoke with NBC News' Tom Llamas about the announcement of a deal being reached between the U.S. and Iran to end the war in the Middle East. Vance said that nuclear inspectors will be allowed back into Iran under the agreement, as a signing ceremony is set to be held in Switzerland.
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President Trump says the U.S. and Iran have agreed on a plan to move towards peace, including provisions that would limit Iran's nuclear ambitions. But some experts say the proposal is similar to the 2015 Obama-era deal that Trump killed. NBC News' Andrea Mitchell reports.
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The U.S.-Iran ceasefire deal leaves many Israelis feeling vulnerable and abandoned by their most important ally. They voiced concern for Israel's security, and some criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for failing to achieve his war aims.
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Experts warn the impact of the war will continue to affect the global economy for months to come.
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Tanker traffic through Hormuz could quickly increase but it is unclear whether transits will approach prewar levels, according to Kpler.
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Charging a toll is illegal under international law, but some fees are allowed for services. It is not clear what services Iran would provide, but there were no fees charged before the war.
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The aircraft burst into flames on Monday morning shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base in California, officials said. The cause is still under investigation.
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Gas prices and other goods could remain elevated for months, adding to the political challenge facing the White House in the midterm elections.
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An Air Force B-52 Stratofortress bomber crashed shortly after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base in California on Monday, the base said.
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NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Wendy Sherman, the lead U.S. negotiator on the 2015 Iran nuclear agreement, about the road ahead for U.S. negotiators aiming to strike a new deal to end the Iran war.
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The ban could further inflame tensions with the U.S., which has warned that regulations should be narrow and not violate free speech protections.
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The deal is a major breakthrough in the conflict that set the Middle East aflame and shook the global economy. However, it did not resolve critical issues set aside for further negotiations.
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A B-52 bomber crashed Monday and burst into flames, killing all eight people aboard, shortly after takeoff at a U.S. Air Force base in Southern California's Mojave Desert, military officials said.
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The ban could include platforms like Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and X.
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