The President of the European Council, Antonio Costa, has welcomed the agreement reached between the United States and Iran to end hostilities in the Middle East, describing it as a significant step toward restoring peace and stability in the region.
In a statement shared on social media on Monday, Costa expressed optimism that the deal would bring an end to months of conflict and ensure the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important maritime trade routes.
“I look forward to the end of this costly conflict and the full restoration of freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz,” Costa said.
He added that the European Union stands ready to support diplomatic efforts aimed at securing a sustainable and long-term peace in the region.
The comments followed an announcement by the United States and Iran that both countries had agreed on a framework to halt military confrontations across the Middle East, including the conflict involving Lebanon.
According to officials, the agreement is expected to be formally signed in Switzerland on Friday, raising hopes of an end to a war that has claimed thousands of lives and disrupted global energy markets.
While details of the arrangement remain limited, United States President Donald Trump said the agreement would pave the way for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a vital route for international oil exports.
“The deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete,” Trump stated on Sunday.
“I hereby authorise the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and the removal of the United States naval blockade. Ships around the world can resume operations and global oil supplies can flow freely once again,” he added.
The proposed reopening of the strategic waterway is expected to ease pressure on global oil markets and reduce concerns over energy supply disruptions that have persisted throughout the conflict.
Analysts say the agreement could mark a major diplomatic breakthrough if successfully implemented, although uncertainty remains over the future of Iran’s nuclear programme, a key issue that has long complicated relations between Tehran and Washington.
The European Union and other international stakeholders are expected to closely monitor developments ahead of the planned signing ceremony later this week.
