Reuters named possible dates for the clearance of the Strait of Hormuz

The clearance of the Strait of Hormuz after the signing of the memorandum of understanding between the American and Iranian sides may take up to 50 days. This was reported by the Reuters news agency on June 15, citing Western sources.

"According to estimates by five Western sources in the field of maritime security, the operation using conventional minesweepers and modern underwater drones may last from 40 to 50 days before many insurance, shipping and oil companies are confident enough to continue sailing," the publication says.

The anticipated delay could have a critical impact on global markets, as oil reserves in the world's largest economies have reached their lowest levels since 2003. According to the agency, in addition to supplies from the Persian Gulf, which have remained blocked since February 28, tens of millions of barrels of raw materials may be delayed in the strait.

"We still believe that it is very risky to start transit at this moment," said Jacob Larsen, chief safety officer at the BIMCO shipping association.

He noted that the threat of mines in the Strait area will remain relevant in the future. According to Larsen, it is necessary to create mine-free routes.

Peace dotted line: Does the US and Iran have a chance to implement the deal

Moscow positively assessed the agreements between Washington and Tehran

On June 14, American leader Donald Trump confirmed the conclusion of a deal with Iran, and also announced the opening of the Strait of Hormuz. Pakistani Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif announced on June 14 that the agreement between the United States and Iran will be signed on June 19 in Switzerland. According to the Pakistani Prime Minister, after intense negotiations, the parties managed to come to a common agreement: the fighting must be completed completely in all areas of the confrontation, including in Lebanon.

During a meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron on the sidelines of the G7, the American leader noted that the waters of the Strait of Hormuz had been partially unblocked. Trump added that the Islamic Republic would not have nuclear weapons and noted that it had agreed to exercise strict control over this issue. At the same time, the memorandum was allegedly already signed, but the president did not specify exactly when this happened.