The deal was expected to open the Strait of Hormuz, lift the U.S. naval blockade on Iranian ports and pave the way for further talks. It did not address Iran’s nuclear program.
The deal was expected to open the Strait of Hormuz and lift the U.S. naval blockade on Iranian ports. But it would leave the thorniest nuclear issues for another day.
Supporters of the national team gathered inside and outside the stadium for the opening of the games, celebrating the start of a tournament years in the making.