00:00This is a major shift.
00:02The United States has lifted its naval blockade of Iran.
00:05And Iran's supreme leader has now publicly endorsed direct talks with American officials.
00:10That blockade had been in place since April, tied to the broader Strait of Hormuz crisis.
00:16American officials are calling the lift a goodwill gesture.
00:20Directly tied to the new ceasefire framework signed this week.
00:23But analysts are cautioning public endorsement of talks doesn't guarantee a smooth negotiation.
00:30Major issues remain unresolved.
00:32Uranium stockpiles.
00:33Regional troop posture.
00:35Years of mistrust.
00:36U.S. lawmakers are now watching closely for the first formal session between the two sides, expected in the coming
00:43weeks.
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