On Sunday, President Donald Trump announced that a deal to end hostilities in Iran was complete.
In a message posted to his TruthSocial page, Trump said he authorized the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and the removal of the naval blockade once the deal is signed, expected on Friday in Switzerland.
The deal extends the current cease-fire agreement and gives an additional 60 days to discuss further Iran's nuclear ambitions and stockpile of enriched uranium, AP News reported.
A few of Alabama's federal lawmakers were quick to praise the president for reaching the agreement with Iran.
"Thank God we have a dealmaker in the White House who ALWAYS puts America's best interests first. Now, let's get oil flowing and bring our troops home!" U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) posted on X.
U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) said Iran would be giving up its nuclear program.
"I'm thankful to hear that the United States and Iran have reached an agreement," he said. "The deal will reopen the Strait of Hormuz and require Iran to give up its nuclear program. Unlike the agreement reached under the Obama administration, this deal will not allow Iran to continue enriching uranium and build up the components necessary to build a nuclear weapon. I applaud President Trump for his leadership and the brave men and women of our Armed Forces who have held the line."
U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) said, "President Trump has finalized a deal with Iran to prevent them from ever having a nuclear weapon. He has also authorized the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. His critics say he can't do it, and President Trump proves them wrong every single time. God bless our great President!
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