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According to Al Arabiya, a draft agreement has been reached between the United States and Iran, allowing for the free and open passage of the Strait of Hormuz and the removal of mines; the navigability of the strait must be restored within 30 days. The agreement stipulates that the United States promises to ease its blockade on Iranian ports; allows Iran to sell and export oil; provides specific sanctions exemptions for Iranian oil exports, with a phased approach to easing sanctions depending on Iran's compliance with its commitments. The agreement also specifies that talks on the nuclear deal will continue in order to reach a long-term consensus.