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The United States has announced a major easing of Iranian oil sanctions as negotiations continue over a lasting ceasefire. Under the MOU signed last week, Iranian oil and related products can be sold for 60 days. In return, Iran has committed to ensuring free passage through the Strait of Hormuz and allowing inspections of its nuclear facilities.
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00:00The U.S. announced it will drastically ease Iranian oil sanctions as both sides continue negotiations for a lasting ceasefire.
00:08The move is part of a Memorandum of Understanding signed by the U.S. and Iran last week, which will
00:13allow the sale of Iranian oil products for 60 days.
00:17In exchange, Iran has committed to reopening the Strait of Hormuz and allowing international inspectors into its nuclear facilities, according
00:25to U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Besant.
00:28The announcement came on Monday as U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio began a two-day visit to the
00:35Middle East.
00:35He is expected to sell the MOU to countries in the region, though many remain skeptical about the terms.
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