Trump announces Iran deal signing at G7 summit, discusses Strait of Hormuz

President Trump arrived in France for the Group of Seven summit, coinciding with the announcement of a signed memorandum of understanding with Iran aimed at de-escalating tensions and facilitating maritime passage.

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The deal's all signed

During a bilateral meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron, Trump declared the memorandum "all signed" and indicated that "significant progress will happen soon" regarding the opening of the Strait of Hormuz. He added that the strait is "already partially opened" and that efforts would be made to clear mines, ensuring safe passage for ships. Secretary of State Marco Rubio had previously stated the U.S. would assist in mine clearing, with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth expressing confidence that the reopening process could begin "immediately."

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And the strait is already partially opened.

Macron congratulated Trump on the signing. A senior administration official confirmed that Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf had all signed the deal. However, Trump noted that the full text might not be released until after the expected signing ceremony on Friday, which he might not attend, though Vance would be present.

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The president said they'll be "doing a little hunting" for mines in the strait to make sure it's safe for ships.

The G7 summit, held in Evian-les-Bains, France, brings together leaders from the U.S., France, Canada, Germany, Italy, Japan, and the United Kingdom, along with the European Union. Beyond the Iran memorandum, discussions were slated to cover economic growth, supply chain resilience, illegal immigration, artificial intelligence adoption, and the ongoing situation in Ukraine. The potential involvement of British and French ships in clearing mines from the Strait of Hormuz was also mentioned as a possibility by G7 countries.

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he believes the process of reopening the Strait of Hormuz can begin "immediately."