Trump says agreement with Iran subject to finalisation
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At a glance
- U.S. President Donald Trump stated that a deal with Iran, including the opening of the Strait of Hormuz, has been largely negotiated.
- The agreement is subject to finalization and involves the United States, Iran, and several other countries.
- Trump mentioned speaking with leaders from Middle Eastern nations and Israel about the potential accord.
U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Saturday that a deal with Iran, which includes the opening of the Strait of Hormuz, has been "largely negotiated" and is now "subject to finalisation."
Trump conveyed this through a post on Truth Social, specifying that the agreement involves the United States, Iran, and "various other Countries." He indicated that beyond numerous other elements, the Strait of Hormuz would be reopened as part of the accord.
An Agreement has been largely negotiated, subject to finalisation between the United States of America, the Islamic Republic of Iran, and the various other Countries.
The President also mentioned having phone conversations with leaders from Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Pakistan, Turkey, Egypt, Jordan, and Bahrain, describing these discussions as being about a "memorandum of understanding (MOU) concerning peace with Iran" and calling them "very good."
Furthermore, Trump reported speaking with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, stating that this conversation also "went very well." The announcement suggests a significant development in U.S.-Iran relations, though the specific details of the agreement and official confirmation from all parties involved are still pending.
In addition to many other elements of the agreement, the Strait of Hormuz will be opened.
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