Iran Latest: US Finalizing Deal to End War, Reopen Strait of Hormuz
Trump said the agreement would reopen the Strait of Hormuz and defer nuclear talks as Iran said the deal would end fighting on all fronts.
- On Saturday, US President Donald Trump stated a deal to end the war in Iran is "largely negotiated," with final aspects under discussion to reopen the Strait of Hormuz involving regional allies.
- Iran confirmed it is finalizing a memorandum of understanding, and the Pakistani army reported "encouraging" progress in negotiations over the previous 24 hours toward ending the conflict.
- Republican Senator Lindsey Graham urged Trump to reject the plan, calling it a "nightmare" for Israel, while Senate Armed Services Committee chairman Roger Wicker warned extending the ceasefire 60 days would be a disaster.
- Vice President JD Vance and Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth arrived at the White House on Saturday for discussions, while Trump stated his call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu "went very well."
- Analysts warn the deal could strengthen Iranian leverage in the Gulf, though Trump previously announced Strait of Hormuz reopening in April that failed to eventuate, raising questions about implementation.
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There is no peace deal — just Trump's fantasy of victory
United States President Donald Trump has announced via social media that a peace deal with Iran has been “largely negotiated.” While Trump and his allies have been trumpeting the agreement for days, details are vague, and Iranian authorities insist the two parties have yet to reach a formal deal.In fact, it appears much more negotiation is still required between Iran and the U.S.The confusion likely stems from one of Trump’s fixations: that the …
Trump says a deal is close. Here are the sticking points still dividing the US and Iran
A possible US-Iran agreement is taking shape, but the toughest issues are still unsettled, including reopening the Strait of Hormuz, curbing Tehran's nuclear ambitions, and ending regional fighting.
What we know about the possible US-Iran deal
The United States and Iran appear closer than ever to a deal that would end a war that has engulfed the Middle East and disrupted the global oil market. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the world might “get some good news” soon after President Donald Trump announced an agreement had been “largely negotiated” and would include the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Before Trump’s announcement, Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqa…
Trump says an Iran deal is close — but what exactly is on the table?
TEHRAN, May 24 — The United States and Iran appear closer than ever to a deal that would end a war that has engulfed the Middle East and disrupted the global oil market.US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the world might “get some good news”, soon after President Donald Trump announced an agreement had been “largely negotiated” and would include the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.Before Trump’s announcement, Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesm…
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