Trump says U.S.-Iran deal is finalized, reopening Strait of Hormuz and lifting blockade

U.S. President Donald Trump said an agreement with Iran is finalized and authorized changes affecting maritime passage in the region. In a statement reported by multiple outlets, Trump said the U.S. would allow “free passage” through the Strait of Hormuz and ordered the immediate lifting of the U.S. naval blockade ^{[1] [2]}.

Crypto media coverage tied the announcement to potential market effects, noting that easing geopolitical tensions and stabilizing oil trade could influence broader risk sentiment and crypto volatility. One report also described bitcoin reacting positively, stating it climbed past $65,000 following Trump’s declaration ^{[3] [4]}.

The announcement centers on the declared completion of the U.S.-Iran deal and Trump’s stated authorization to reopen the Strait of Hormuz to international shipping while lifting the U.S. naval blockade ^{[1] [2]}.