U.S. Reaches Tentative Deal Ending Prosecution of Turkish Bank

The U.S. has reached a tentative deal to end the prosecution of Turkish bank Halkbank, which was accused of violating sanctions by conducting business with Iranian entities. Court documents filed as part of the agreement indicate that Turkey's assistance played a significant role in achieving the Israel-Hamas cease-fire. The deal resolves a long-standing legal battle between the U.S. and Halkbank, stemming from allegations of illicit financial transactions. The agreement's specifics and the exact nature of Turkey's assistance in the cease-fire were not detailed in the initial reports. The resolution comes after years of legal proceedings and diplomatic tensions surrounding the case.