Hormuz reopening likely as US, Iran say 'deal closer than ever', but nuclear questions remain

The over three-month-long US-Iran conflict in the Middle East could soon draw to a close, with Washington and Tehran expressing optimism that they are edging closer to a negotiated agreement. However, a clarity is still needed on some of the contentious issues such as the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and Iran's nuclear programme, as both sides have remained firm on these two demands.