US, Iran inch closer to deal, timing remains unclear

US and Pakistani leaders anticipated a framework agreement to end the conflict with Iran would be signed on Sunday, but Iran expressed reservations about the timing. President Donald Trump announced on social media that the deal was scheduled for signing the following day, his 80th birthday. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif stated that a peace deal framework had been agreed upon and that Islamabad was preparing for an electronic signing on Sunday, followed by technical talks.

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It will not be tomorrow, but it could happen in the coming days.

However, Iran did not confirm a Sunday signing. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei had cautioned against commenting on the timing, noting it would not be tomorrow but could occur "in the coming days." Trump wrote on Truth Social that the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial route for global oil supplies, would be "open to all" immediately after the framework deal's signing.

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Araqchi have some shame, let go of America!

Despite US bombings degrading Iran's military, hardline Revolutionary Guard dominance has reportedly strengthened. Videos circulating on social media and Iranian news websites showed opponents of an agreement protesting in Tehran, chanting slogans against Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi. Reuters could not immediately verify these videos. Clashes have continued even as the US and Iran appeared to be moving toward an agreement, with US forces intercepting Iranian drones near the Strait of Hormuz. Israel also reported striking sites in Lebanon against Iranian ally Hezbollah.

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The Strait of Hormuz, a vital artery for global oil supplies that Iran has blocked, would immediately be “open to all.”

At pro-government rallies across Iran, hardliners voiced opposition to the framework agreement. One resident in Mashhad told Reuters that hardliners were loudly expressing dissatisfaction. Meanwhile, Araqchi had stated on Friday that while changes to the deal were possible, the tentative agreement demonstrated his country's increased strength after the conflict. The opening of the Strait of Hormuz is a priority, with nuclear talks expected later.

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