US Official: Agreement to Reopen the Strait of Hormuz Expected Soon

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A US official announced on Tuesday that Washington expects an agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz to be reached soon—a strategic passage that has impacted shipping and energy markets in recent months. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Tuesday that progress has been made in the negotiations. He added that the US is "hopeful" the negotiating parties will reach an agreement. The US official provided no further details regarding the potential agreement's specifics, the parties involved, or the exact timeframe for reopening the strait. The Strait of Hormuz is located at the entrance of the Persian Gulf and is considered one of the most vital energy transit routes in the world. A Reuters archive image shows vessels near the Strait of Hormuz from the Musandam side in Oman on 18 June 2026.