Strait of Hormuz Reopens

Oil Could Flow Again, But Not Right Away

The Strait of Hormuz has been effectively shut since April 13, when the U.S. Navy began enforcing a blockade of Iranian ports, according to AP News. The blockade cut off Iran's daily imports by an estimated $160 million, Al Jazeera reported. Trump's announcement sent a clear signal to global markets. His exact words: "Ships of the World, start your engines. Let the oil flow!"

But energy experts warn relief won't come fast. It will take months to clear sea mines and for shipping insurers to re-certify the lanes as safe, AP News reported. Iran wants a 30-day window to fully reopen the strait. The U.S. is pushing for a 60-day phased plan, according to The Guardian.

Israel Was Sidelined as the Deal Came Together

The path to the deal nearly collapsed on June 14 when Israel launched an 11th-hour strike in Beirut. Trump publicly rebuked Israel over the strike, Washington Post reported. Vice President JD Vance defended the move, saying a breakdown in talks would have triggered a massive Iranian missile strike against Israel, according to Fox News.

Israeli analysts are not celebrating. Professor Chuck Freilich called the agreement a "dangerous compromise" that does nothing to address Iran's missile program or its regional proxies, ILTV Israel News reported. Iranian state television framed it differently, running banners saying the "US was forced to sign an agreement to end the war," according to AP News.

Missouri Skydiving Plane Crash Kills All 12 on Board

Separately, a skydiving plane crashed near Butler Memorial Airport in Missouri on June 14, killing all 12 people on board. The dead include the pilot and 11 skydivers, according to AP News. The aircraft was a Pacific Aerospace P750. The Missouri State Highway Patrol is leading the investigation.

Georgia Senate Runoff Heats Up With Trump's Endorsement

In Georgia, Rep. Mike Collins secured a last-minute endorsement from President Trump ahead of a Senate runoff election. Collins failed to clear the 50% threshold in the May 19 primary, forcing a runoff against Derek Dooley for the seat held by Sen. Jon Ossoff, Washington Post reported. Collins praised Trump's backing on social media, calling himself a "MAGA champion."

In Alabama, Sen. Tommy Tuberville's bid to run for governor survived a residency challenge. A 21-member Republican steering committee rejected claims that Tuberville — who critics say lives in Florida — is ineligible for the race, according to AP News. The state GOP called the matter settled.