US and Allies Disagree on Hormuz Reopening Timeline

A US official stated that shipping in the Strait of Hormuz may take up to two weeks to significantly increase. US President Donald Trump has claimed the strait will reopen by June 19, but European allies remain skeptical about the timeline. They have concerns about the details of the agreement before committing to de-mining efforts. A G-7 official noted challenges in reaching a unified stance on the situation with Iran. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni linked her country's support to a halt in hostilities in Lebanon. Some within the US administration also doubt the rapid return of normal navigation. The US and Iran have an interim agreement, but details remain unclear. Officials plan to sign the deal in Switzerland on June 19, with conflicting statements on when the full text will be released.

The disagreement highlights tensions between the US and its allies over the security and stability of a critical global trade route.