Trump, Pakistan say war-ending deal to be signed Sunday; Iran questions timing

An initial deal to end a Middle East war is set to be signed on Sunday, according to U.S. President Donald Trump and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. Sharif stated that both sides have agreed on a peace deal framework, with Pakistan preparing for an electronic signing. Trump also announced on social media that the Strait of Hormuz would be immediately open to all traffic post-signing. However, Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Esmaeil Baghaei, urged caution regarding the exact signing date, noting it would not occur on Sunday. He suggested the possibility of signing in the coming days but cited hesitation from the other side. A U.S. official described the deal as "great and very strong."

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We will have to wait and see about ​the exact date of the signing of the memorandum of understanding, although it will not be tomorrow.

The conflict, which started on February 28 with joint U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran, has had a significant impact on global energy markets, causing prices to surge. Thousands have been killed, predominantly in Iran and Lebanon, where the war has reignited a conflict between Israel and Iran-aligned Hezbollah militants. This is not the first time the parties have appeared close to an initial agreement, but Sharif expressed optimism, stating, "We are closer to a peace deal than ever before."

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The possibility of this happening in the coming days cannot be ruled ​out. However, due to the hesitation of the other side, we must be cautious in making any comments about this process.