Trump: Iran deal signing expected Sunday, Strait of Hormuz to reopen

U.S. President Donald Trump announced via social media that a deal with Iran is slated for signing on Sunday, adding that the Strait of Hormuz would be "open for everyone" immediately afterward. Trump also indicated a broader intention to stabilize the region, stating, "At the appropriate time, when everything is calm, we will proceed and eliminate the nuclear dust."

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At the appropriate time, when everything is calm, we will proceed and eliminate the nuclear dust

This announcement follows remarks from Iran's Foreign Minister, who expressed that a deal was "never closer," fueling optimism. However, reports suggest that while the interim agreement may offer grounds for cautious hope, it represents only the first step in a protracted process. The deal reportedly involves mutual commitments on less complex issues, such as Iran ceasing to block the Strait of Hormuz and the U.S. lifting sanctions. A 60-day timeline and agenda are expected for addressing more intricate matters.

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a deal was never closer

The Trump administration claims Tehran has made significant concessions, though Iranian media presents a different narrative. Tensions flared Friday after reports of a deal favoring Iran prompted Trump to label Tehran's leaders as "very dishonest people" with whom "there is no good faith."

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very dishonest people

Key sticking points remain, particularly concerning Iran's nuclear program. Washington demands Tehran permanently abandon all nuclear activities and commit indefinitely to not developing nuclear weapons. The specifics of implementation and verification for this commitment are critical and remain unclear. A senior U.S. official alluded to a "new inspection regime" without providing details, leaving open questions about whether Iran will fully abandon its program or merely limit uranium enrichment to low levels for peaceful purposes. The ability to verify compliance is paramount, especially as Trump, who previously criticized the Obama-era deal as "weak," seeks to present a new agreement as stronger, despite the previous deal already including international inspections by the UN's nuclear agency.

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there is no good faith