US and Iran nearing deal to end Middle East war, with Iran disputing key terms
US President Donald Trump announced that a peace deal with Iran had been 'largely negotiated,' including the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and the release of Iran's frozen assets. Iran disputed these claims, stating the deal was 'incomplete and inconsistent with reality' and that it retained control over the Strait of Hormuz. The deal also included provisions for the temporary lifting of US sanctions on Iran's oil, gas, and petrochemical exports.
Where Sources Diverge
Some sources, such as Iran's Fars and Tasnim news agencies, dispute Trump's claims that the deal includes the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, stating that Iran has made no commitments regarding its nuclear program.
Iran has made no commitment in this agreement to hand over nuclear stockpiles, remove equipment, shut down facilities, or even commit not to build a nuclear bomb.
Iran has made no commitments regarding its nuclear programme.
The timing of the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz varies between sources, with some reporting it would occur 30 days after the deal, others 60 days, and others during the ceasefire extension.
Iran would open Strait of Hormuz 30 days after peace deal.
Proposed US-Iran deal involves opening strait during 60-day ceasefire extension.
Iran to open Hormuz 30 days after US deal to end fighting.
Some sources, such as the New York Times, report that a key element of the proposed agreement is an apparent commitment by Tehran to give up its stockpile of highly enriched uranium.
The New York Times, citing two unnamed American officials, said a key element of the proposed agreement was an apparent commitment by Tehran to give up its stockpile of highly enriched uranium.
Iran has made no commitments regarding its nuclear programme.
Timelines
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Iran would open Strait of Hormuz 30 days after peace deal, Nikkei reports citing source Reuters
Iran to open Hormuz 30 days after US deal to end fighting: source Nikkei Asia
Donald Trump says a deal with Iran is close. But he also says he is in no rush The Economist
Rubio: Iran War Deal Could Happen ‘Today’, US Pushes Hormuz Agreement The Daily Star Lebanon
Report says proposed Iran framework deal envisions phased reopening of Strait of Hormuz Anadolu Ajansı
Trump says any Iran agreement must be 'great and meaningful' or there will be 'no deal' Anadolu Ajansı
Trump has tempered expectations of a swift agreement with Iran despite signs of progress in negotiations. The talks reportedly focus on Iran pledging not to acquire nuclear weapons in exchange for possible sanctions relief and an easing of US economic pressure.
Washington and Tehran appear close to a breakthrough agreement that could halt the war, reopen the Strait of Hormuz and limit Iran's nuclear stockpile -- but key terms are still unsettled.
Iranian media are reporting that a deal may not be reached amid disagreements on some key issues.
US and Iran Inch Closer to a Deal to Reopen Hormuz Bloomberg.com
US, Iran could finalize deal 'maybe today,' says Rubio Anadolu Ajansı
Rubio says Iran deal still possible, as Trump tempers expectations Al Arabiya English
Writing on his social media platform, Trump said "constructive" talks were underway but "both sides must take their time and get it right".
Reuters: Iran agrees in principle to reopen Hormuz under deal framework Middle East Eye
US officials express caution regarding a potential Iran deal, suggesting it could still collapse despite progress. Negotiations are ongoing, with key details like uranium disposal and frozen assets remaining points of contention. While Iran aims to reassure the world about its nuclear program, both sides emphasize safeguarding national interests, with a breakthrough potentially days away.
US says Iran deal still possible, as Trump tempers expectations Le Monde.fr
The United States and Iran have observed a ceasefire since April 8 while mediators push for a negotiated settlement, although Iran has imposed controls on Gulf shipping, and the U.S. has blockaded Iran's ports
Watch Iran War: Trump Says 'No Rush' as US, Iran Inch Towards Deal | Daybreak Europe 05/25/2026 Bloomberg.com
Trump says there’s no rush for Iran deal and US blockade stays, as criticism ramps up at home The Straits Times
The U.S. and Iran near deal to extend ceasefire and reopen Hormuz The Washington Post
US President Donald Trump appeared to temper expectations of an early peace deal with Iran a day after he and Secretary of State Marco Rubio sparked renewed hopes for an end to the nearly 3-month-old war.
Trump Says He Won’t Rush a Deal With Iran Bloomberg.com
U.S. and Iran are nearing a tentative deal to end the conflict, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and curb Tehran's uranium stockpile — though major details remain unresolved.
According to the journalist Jennifer Jacobs, Donald Trump also insists on removing the enriched uranium from Iran's territory
The US leader stressed that he doesn't make bad deals
Trump: Iran Agreement Near, Strait of Hormuz Reopening Closer The Daily Star Lebanon
Posting on Telegram, Netanyahu said this would require dismantling Iran's nuclear enrichment facilities and removing enriched nuclear material from its territory.
Trump says Iran deal not fully negotiated yet Middle East Eye
Trump's agreement weakens Iran, but doesn’t end its threat - analysis The Jerusalem Post
The US president said both sides "must take their time" to reach a deal, after saying on Saturday that an agreement had been "largely negotiated".
Trump Says He Is in No Rush for an Iran Deal That Is Far From Finished WSJ
In phone call with Trump, Netanyahu claims any final deal with Iran ‘must eliminate nuclear program’ Anadolu Ajansı
No US-Iran deal expected today as talks drag on Middle East Eye
Possible deal on Iran divides US lawmakers largely along party lines The Straits Times
US official says Washington, Tehran reach preliminary deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz: Reports Anadolu Ajansı
The negotiations are proceeding in an orderly and constructive manner, and I have informed my representatives not to rush into a deal in that time is on our side, says U.S. President Donald Trump
‘Trump agreed final agreement with Iran must remove nuclear danger,’ says Netanyahu WION
Trump tempers expectations of a Middle East deal with Iran France 24
Trump says US will not 'rush into a deal' with Iran, as criticism mounts France 24
Trump downplays any imminent Iran deal, says US blockade stays Nikkei Asia
Trump says no rush for Iran deal, US blockade stays Nikkei Asia
Donald Trump says US will not ‘rush into a deal’ with Iran as talks continue Financial Times
Trump says Iran talks ‘constructive’ but blockade will remain until final deal is reached Anadolu Ajansı
‘Don’t rush into deal’: Trump says Iran blockade to remain until agreement is signed WION
Trump says Iran blockade stays until deal is signed Al Arabiya English
Trump says there is no rush for Iran deal, US blockade stays Al Arabiya English
Trump says Iran talks 'proceeding constructively' as blockade to remain until deal Middle East Eye
Trump told Netanyahu no final Iran deal without dismantling nuclear program: Official Al Arabiya English
Trump Says He Doesn’t Want US to ‘Rush’ Into Deal With Iran Bloomberg.com
Trump says Iran deal 'totally up to me' Middle East Eye
Possible Iran-US deal to end the war: What we know The Straits Times
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 Baqaei spoke of “a trend towards rapprochement” with Washington, but warned that “it does not necessarily mean that we and the United States will reach an agreement on the important issues.” He said on state television that Iran’s “intention was first to draft a memorandum of understanding, a kind of framework agreement,” before a final deal is reached within 30 to 60 days. What do we know about the possible agreement? Nuclear question Baqaei said that the nuclear issue was not be part of an initial framework. It will rather be “subject to separate discussions” at a later stage. But the New York Times, citing two unnamed American officials, said a key element of the proposed agreement was an apparent commitment by Tehran to give up its stockpile of highly enriched uranium.” The question of how Iran would do so would be discussed in “later round of negotiations over Iran’s nuclear programme,” according to the paper. But Iran’s Fars and Tasnim news agencies reported that Iran made no commitments regarding its nuclear programme. “Iran has made no commitment in this agreement to hand over nuclear stockpiles, remove equipment, shut down facilities, or even commit not to build a nuclear bomb,” Fars said. Both agencies said that nuclear-related issues would be negotiated within 60 days of the understanding being signed. How will Hormuz reopen? A key sticking point in the talks is traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global conduit for oil shipments that has come under Iranian control since the outbreak of the war. Iran has insisted that vessels must obtain permission from its armed forces. Trump said on Saturday that “in addition to many other elements of the Agreement, the Strait of Hormuz will be opened,” a development that would bring relief to global energy markets. But, Fars news agency said that, if finalised, the potential agreement would preserve Iran’s management over the strategic waterway. Tasnim reported that “the status of the Strait of Hormuz would not revert to its pre-war situation.” It added that “the naval blockade, according to the reported framework, would also need to be fully lifted within 30 days,” referring to the US blockade of Iranian ports. Funds and sanctions Iran has long demanded the release of its frozen assets held under longstanding US sanctions. According to Tasnim, “Iran has insisted that any initial understanding must be conditional on at least partial access to the assets.” It quoted an informed source as saying that Iran “has stressed that there will be no agreement unless a specified portion of Iran’s frozen assets is released at the very first stage”. A clear mechanism must also be “established to guarantee the continued release of all blocked funds”. Tasnim’s source warned that “disagreements over this matter are among the reasons why no final understanding has yet been reached”. According to Fars, a potential understanding would also see the US temporarily lifting sanctions on oil, gas, and petrochemicals during the negotiation period. Is Lebanon included? Israel has been carrying out daily strikes in Lebanon despite a ceasefire agreement brokered by the United States, saying it is targeting the group Hezbollah. Iran has previously said that any ceasefire must apply to all fronts of the regional war, including Lebanon, and Hezbollah has said it is confident that its ally will not abandon it. Tasnim reported that “a memorandum of understanding (MoU) would first be announced, stressing an end to fighting on all fronts, including in Lebanon.” “Under the arrangement, Israel, as a US ally, would also be expected to halt the war in Lebanon,” it added. Baqaei told state television that “at this stage, we will not discuss the details of the nuclear issue … we have decided to prioritise an urgent issue for all of us: ending the war on all fronts, including Lebanon”.
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Details of US-Iran deal begin to emerge after Trump announces progress AP News
Iran and US nearing deal to end Middle East war The Straits Times
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Trump announces progress on Iran peace deal, signalling the Strait of Hormuz, vital for global trade, could reopen soon.
A "largely negotiated" memorandum of understanding on an Iran peace deal would reopen the Strait of Hormuz, U.S. President Donald Trump said on Saturday, as expectations rose that a turning point might be imminent in the three-month-old war.
Donald Trump says he won't sign deal with Iran unless nuclear program dismantled The Jerusalem Post
President Trump said on Saturday that an agreement to end the war was “largely negotiated,” but neither the United States nor Iran released many details of the proposal.
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The proposed US-Iran peace deal seeks to reopen the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz amid lingering disagreements.
Iran says potential memorandum with US includes end of war on all fronts: Tasnim Anadolu Ajansı
Trump Touts Imminent Iran Deal That Would Reopen Hormuz Strait Bloomberg.com
Iran has not formally responded to President Trump’s announcement that a peace deal was close. But officials suggested the oil choke point in the Strait of Hormuz could reopen.
A potential 60-day ceasefire extension between the US and Iran is nearing, aiming to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and allow Iranian oil exports. This deal, brokered by Pakistan, includes lifting US port blockades and sanctions waivers, contingent on Iran negotiating its nuclear program and ending the Israel-Hezbollah conflict. Global oil markets are closely monitoring developments.
White House to announce Iran agreement on Sunday, says report Middle East Eye
US, Iran near 60-day ceasefire deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz Anadolu Ajansı
Report: US-Iran deal includes 60-day ceasefire extension Middle East Eye
A "largely negotiated" memorandum of understanding on an Iran peace deal would reopen the Strait of Hormuz, US President Donald Trump has said although the Iranian Fars news agency disputed that claim.
Axios says proposed US-Iran deal involves opening strait during 60-day ceasefire extension The Straits Times
Proposed US-Iran deal involves opening strait during 60-day ceasefire extension The Jakarta Post
Axios says proposed US-Iran deal involves opening strait during 60-day ceasefire extension Reuters
President Trump indicated a 50/50 chance of a deal or military action with Iran, with a decision expected Sunday. Intense diplomatic efforts involving multiple Middle Eastern nations have led to a "largely negotiated" Memorandum of Understanding for peace, subject to finalization.
Proposed US-Iran deal involves opening strait during 60-day ceasefire extension: Reports The Straits Times
US-Iran 60 day deal will open Strait of Hormuz, lift oil sanctions, end Lebanon war - report The Jerusalem Post
Has Iran agreed to surrender enriched uranium and reopen Hormuz in new US deal? WION
President Donald Trump announced a significant deal with Iran is nearing completion. This agreement aims to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end ongoing hostilities. While Iran has pushed back on some claims, discussions are ongoing. Regional leaders have expressed support for the peace efforts. The proposed deal also addresses Iran's nuclear program.
Trump says Iran deal 'largely negotiated', dispute over strait reopening The Straits Times
Trump says Iran deal 'largely negotiated', dispute over strait reopening Reuters
Iran has reportedly agreed in principle to surrender its enriched uranium stockpile to the US as part of a peace deal. This significant concession, aimed at de-escalating tensions and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, comes after US military threats. While a deal is "largely negotiated," final details on the uranium transfer and broader nuclear talks are pending.
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Tehran also signals progress on talks but says the key issue of nuclear weapons is not part of an initial framework it is working on.
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Iran deal ‘largely negotiated’ and final details will be announced shortly, Trump says The National
Iran agrees on plan to end fighting, reopening Hormuz: Report Anadolu Ajansı
Trump Says a Deal for Talks With Iran to End War Is Near Finalization WSJ
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei noted what he called “a trend towards rapprochement,” but said, “it does not necessarily mean that we and the United States will reach an agreement on the important issues”
President Trump announced the unfinalized deal on social media after talks with Israel and other allies. It aims to end the war and includes two-month negotiations on Iran's nuclear program.
Optimism for a US-Iran peace deal appeared to be mounting again, although such hopes have risen in the past only to be dashed amid threats of mass destruction from both sides.
Trump says framework of Iran deal 'largely negotiated,' with provision to reopen strait Reuters
Trump says agreement with Iran 'largely negotiated' and includes opening strait Le Monde.fr
The US president announced on his Truth Social platform on Saturday that a deal with Tehran to end the Iran war was "largely negotiated" subject to approval, ending speculation over the possible resumption of strikes against Iran and broader conflict in the region.
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Trump says deal would include re-opening of Strait of Hormuz after call with Middle East leaders.
Trump says Iran ‘getting a lot closer’ to deal with US; Tehran also shares optimism WION
Trump claims deal with Iran to reopen Strait of Hormuz ‘largely negotiated’ Financial Times
Trump says agreement with Iran ‘has been largely negotiated, subject to finalization’ Anadolu Ajansı
Remarks by US president potentially mark conclusion of bombing campaign led by US and Israel Donald Trump announced on Saturday that a peace deal with Iran had largely been reached, after calls with Gulf allies and Israel, potentially paving the way for an end to the war launched by the US and Israel in February. Trump wrote on his social media platform that “final aspects and details” of a “Memorandum of Understanding” are still being discussed, and “will be announced shortly” but said the strait of Hormuz will be opened as part of the deal. Continue reading...
Trump says Iran peace deal is 'largely negotiated' Reuters
Trump: Iran deal ‘largely negotiated’, Hormuz to reopen Middle East Eye
Trump says Iran deal 'largely negotiated,' had positive call with Netanyahu The Jerusalem Post
Trump Says He’ll Announce Negotiated Deal With Iran Shortly Bloomberg.com
Trump says framework of Iran deal 'largely negotiated' Nikkei Asia
US, Iran close to deal to end war: Reports Anadolu Ajansı
Iran dismissed Trump's announcement of reopening the strait as part of a "largely negotiated" deal as "incomplete and inconsistent with reality".
Tehran also signals progress on talks but says the key issue of nuclear weapons is not part of an initial framework it is working on.
Trump Says U.S., Iran 'Getting a Lot Closer' to Finalizing Agreement Haaretz
Trump says US, Iran ‘getting a lot closer’ to agreement to end war: Report Anadolu Ajansı
The US and Iran are close to signing a Pakistan-drafted framework agreement to end the war, with a decision expected within 48 hours, according to officials who spoke in anonymity. The proposal sets a 30-to-60-day window to negotiate details, though nuclear issues are excluded.
Trump says negotiators are getting closer to Iran deal, media interviews show The Straits Times
Trump says negotiators are getting closer to Iran deal, media interviews show Reuters
Trump: US and Iran ‘getting a lot closer’ to finalising deal Middle East Eye
🔴 US and Iran are ‘getting a lot closer’ to finalising agreement, Trump says France 24
Iran and US signal some progress in talks as Trump weighs striking again The Washington Post
Iran and US signal some progress in talks as Trump weighs striking again AP News
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