Iran-US deal to end conflict reportedly nearing completion

A potential deal between Iran and the United States to de-escalate the ongoing conflict appears to be within reach, according to mediator Pakistan. Representatives from Washington and Tehran have reportedly agreed on a framework that could pave the way for more in-depth negotiations within 60 days.

Details emerging suggest the agreement would see the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil, gas, and fertilizer trade. This move, reportedly to be completed within 30 days, would be reciprocated by the lifting of the US naval blockade on Iranian ports, as indicated by US President Donald Trump.

Furthermore, the accord is said to include provisions for scaling back Iran's nuclear program. According to a senior US official, enriched uranium that could potentially be used for nuclear weapons would be neutralized on-site and removed from the country. Tehran has also reportedly agreed to cease funding regional terror groups, and the agreement would respect Iran's territorial sovereignty.

While frozen Iranian assets abroad might be released, sources in Washington suggest this would not be directly tied to the framework agreement's signing but would follow Iran's fulfillment of reciprocal actions and sanctions relief. Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghtschi confirmed a deal is close but urged media to refrain from speculation until its finalization, highlighting the historical distrust between the two nations as negotiating partners.

One of the most contentious points remains Iran's nuclear program, particularly its stockpile of over 400 kilograms of highly enriched uranium, which could theoretically be converted into weapons-grade material relatively quickly. The specifics of how this issue will be addressed are central to the ongoing negotiations.

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Until the final completion, the media should refrain from speculating about its content.