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Bessent says a deal could open Strait of Hormuz with freedom of movement

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CNBC reports that U.S. Treasury Secretary nominee Scott Bessent said there may be a deal as soon as Tuesday or Wednesday aimed at opening the Strait of Hormuz.

Bessent described the goal as enabling freedom of movement through the strategic waterway, according to CNBC.

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CNBC MarketsBessent says there may be deal Tuesday or Wednesday to open Strait of Hormuz with 'freedom of movement'
CNBC WorldBessent says there may be deal Tuesday or Wednesday to open Strait of Hormuz with 'freedom of movement'

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