<p>The United States and Iran have agreed to establish a direct communications channel for the Strait of Hormuz and a de-confliction cell focused on Lebanon. The move comes after mediation efforts conducted by representatives from Pakistan and Qatar.</p>
<p>The arrangement aims to reduce regional tensions by providing a dedicated hotline for maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz and a mechanism to coordinate actions to avoid clashes in Lebanon.</p>
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