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Iran Reports Direct Hormuz Communication Channel With U.S. to Prevent Escalation

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Iran Reports Direct Hormuz Communication Channel With U.S. to Prevent Escalation
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First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · Jun 25, 2026

What happened

Iranian state-aligned Press TV says a communication line has been set up between Iran and the United States in the Strait of Hormuz. The channel is meant to prevent incidents that could escalate into military conflict, according to the report tied to the Switzerland talks.

  • 01Press TV says Iran and the U.S. opened a communication line in the Strait of Hormuz.
  • 02The channel is meant to prevent incidents that could trigger military escalation.
  • 03It is said to be part of the final deal from the Switzerland talks.
  • 04No operational details or official confirmation were provided.

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Full coverage · 3 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

YnetCenter · HebrewJun 26, 2026
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N12Center · HebrewJun 26, 2026
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Kikar HaShabbatRight · HebrewJun 25, 2026
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