Iran Yet to Decide on US Deal, Hardliners Oppose

Iranian state media has indicated that the government has not yet finalized its decision regarding a potential agreement with the United States. This comes despite US President Donald Trump's announcement that a deal would be signed today, which he claimed would lead to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

The Iranian outlet Fars, which has close ties to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, reported that the "Islamic Republic of Iran has neither made nor announced its final decision regarding the statement of intent proposed in the negotiations." The report cited a source working closely with the Iranian delegation.

There has been significant opposition within Iran from hardliners who argue that the proposed agreement does not serve the country's interests. A primary concern among these factions is the fear that signing the deal could lead to Iran losing control over the strategic Strait of Hormuz waterway.

Trump's assertion that the agreement would result in the opening of the Strait of Hormuz has not been confirmed by Iranian officials, highlighting the ongoing uncertainty and internal divisions surrounding the potential deal.