President Donald Trump announced that the United States averted a planned military strike against Iran following the reaching of a preliminary agreement. The deal, reportedly including Israel, focuses on two key concessions from Iran. According to Trump, Iran has agreed to the “immediate, complete, and total” opening of the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global shipping lane. Furthermore, the agreement aims to resolve the ongoing concerns surrounding Iran’s nuclear program, described by Trump as ending “the threat of Iranian nuclear power.” Details of the agreement remain scarce, but this announcement suggests a potential de-escalation in tensions between the U.S. and Iran. It's unclear what form this "preliminary" agreement will take or its long-term sustainability.