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Trump Defends Iran Memorandum as Markets Recover and Shipping Resumes
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2026-06-18 17:35   Politics   12

Trump Defends Iran Memorandum as Markets Recover and Shipping Resumes

President Donald Trump publicly celebrated a newly signed memorandum of understanding with Iran that temporarily pauses hostilities and reopens the Strait of Hormuz to commercial shipping.The agreement establishes a 60-day period during which negotiations will continue regarding Iran’s nuclear program.

Shortly after the memorandum was announced, Trump claimed that its benefits were already visible, arguing that oil was flowing again, stock markets were rising, prices were falling, and global security had improved because Iran would not be allowed to obtain a nuclear weapon.

He characterized the agreement as a major success for the United States and declared that the country was stronger, safer, and more respected than ever.According to the article, commercial shipping activity resumed through the strategically important Strait of Hormuz, while U.S.stock markets showed gains and oil prices declined following the announcement.

However, the report notes that some of the broader economic effects highlighted by Trump, including impacts on jobs and consumer affordability, may take longer to materialize.In addition, the underlying issue of Iran’s nuclear program remains unresolved, as negotiations are still ongoing.

Trump also responded forcefully to critics of the agreement, including some Republicans who questioned whether the memorandum was sufficiently tough on Iran.In social media posts, he dismissed those critics and pointed to market performance and lower oil prices as evidence that his approach was working.

The article presents Trump’s remarks alongside context about the early economic and geopolitical reactions to the agreement, while emphasizing that the long-term outcomes remain uncertain.

Full reading at Raw Story - Celebrating 20 Years of Independent Journalism

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