In 2003, the United States and Western nations requested Muammar Gaddafi to dismantle Libya's weapons of mass destruction and missile programs, leading to reduced sanctions and improved relations. However, in 2011, NATO-led coalition forces intervened during widespread protests and civil war, resulting in the fall of Gaddafi's regime.
Mahmoud Nabavian, a member of Iran's Parliament National Security Commission, wrote on X that the United States has committed to lifting the maritime siege and issuing a Treasury Department waiver for Iran's oil exports and related services immediately after signing the agreement. Nabavian noted an internal contradiction in the memorandum regarding the release of frozen funds and called for a detailed report on implementation to be provided to the Iranian nation.
The first oil tanker, named "Disha" and operating under the Maltese flag, passed through the Strait of Hormuz using the maritime traffic separation scheme designated by the Islamic Republic regime, following the announcement of an agreement between the United States and the Islamic Republic.
On Monday, June 25, Antonio Costa, President of the Council of the European Union, welcomed an agreement between the US and Iran on X, stating his hope for the end of the costly war and the restoration of freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, Israel's national security minister denounced the agreement, asserting that Israel will not withdraw from occupied areas in Lebanon and will respond to any Iranian attacks.
