U.S. and Iranian officials say they have agreed on a framework aimed at ending the conflict
between the two countries, lifting the U.S. blockade on Iran, and reopening the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. The preliminary agreement has already had a significant impact on global markets, with oil prices falling in response to the news. However, key issues remain unresolved, including the future of Iran's nuclear programme, which will be the subject of further negotiations in the coming weeks. To help us unpack the implications of this breakthrough and what it could mean for global stability, energy markets, and international diplomacy, Clememntine Mabena is in conversation with Ian Beddows.

U.S. and Iranian officials say they have agreed on a framework aimed at ending the conflict between the two countries, lifting the U.S. blockade on Iran, and reopening the strategically vital Strait of&nbsp;Hormuz. The preliminary agreement has already had a significant impact on global markets, with oil prices&nbsp;falling in response to the news. However, key issues remain unresolved, including the future of Iran's nuclear&nbsp;programme, which will be the subject of further negotiations in the coming weeks. To help us unpack the&nbsp;implications of this breakthrough and what it could mean for global stability, energy markets, and&nbsp;international diplomacy, Clememntine Mabena is in conversation with Ian Beddows.

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