World News June 14: Trump says US will sign deal with Iran today; Iran consults China

U.S. President Donald Trump declared on Thursday that a deal with Iran aimed at ending the Middle East war would be signed on June 14, with the strategic Strait of Hormuz to be "fully open" immediately afterward. This announcement came despite earlier statements from Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Esmaeil Baqaei, suggesting the signing date was still undetermined but possible within days.

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the nuclear deal with Iran to end the Middle East war will be signed on June 14, and the strategic Strait of Hormuz will be 'fully open' immediately after.

Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, acting as a mediator, also reported that an agreement was closer than ever. He indicated that Pakistan was preparing for an electronic signing of the peace deal on June 14, to be followed by technical negotiations the next week. A statement from Pakistan's Foreign Ministry echoed this, confirming the planned electronic signing for June 14.

However, Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Esmaeil Baqaei, reportedly denied the U.S. timeline, citing "hesitation from the other side." According to Iranian state media, Baqaei emphasized that any potential memorandum of understanding (MoU) between Iran and the U.S. would serve only as a framework for continued negotiations, not a final agreement. He added that nuclear discussions were expected to continue for approximately 60 days.

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The signing date has not yet been determined, but 'it will not be tomorrow'. However, he added: 'The possibility of this happening in the coming days cannot be ruled out'.

In related developments, Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi held consultations on Thursday with the Russian and Chinese ambassadors in Tehran regarding the potential MoU with the U.S. Gharibabadi confirmed these discussions on social media, highlighting the ongoing positive strategic partnership and cooperation between Iran, China, and Russia.

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With the expected completion within the next 24 hours, Pakistan is preparing for electronic signing of the peace agreement shortly thereafter, followed by technical-level negotiations next week.

A key point of negotiation involves Iran's nuclear program, particularly its stockpile of enriched uranium. Trump asserted that after the situation de-escalates, the U.S. would "go in and get the nuclear dust... and mix it and get rid of it, whether it's in Iran or the U.S." He expressed hope for a swift and smooth process, but also alluded to "optimal alternatives" if necessary, hinting at potential military action.

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When things settle down, we will go in and get the nuclear dust... and mix it and get rid of it, whether it's in Iran or the U.S. Hopefully, this process will be quick, easy, and smooth. If not, we have optimal alternatives, which hopefully will never be used again!