U.S. President Trump said that a peace agreement with Iran has been "basically negotiated" and is now being finalized, marking a potential breakthrough after nearly three months of war and repeated threats of renewed strikes.
Trump stated he had what he described as "excellent calls" with leaders and officials from Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Pakistan, Turkey, Egypt, Jordan, and Bahrain regarding Iran and "all matters related to the peace understanding memorandum."
"A deal has been basically reached and needs finalization among the United States, the Islamic Republic of Iran, and other nations," he added, noting that he had also spoken separately with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, describing the conversation as "equally very smooth."
Trump said that the "final details" of the agreement are still under discussion and will be announced shortly. He also claimed another element of the agreement would see the Strait of Hormuz "opened up."
However, Iranian media have challenged Trump's description of the arrangements concerning the Strait of Hormuz. The semi-official Fars News Agency stated that the waterway would continue to be "managed by Iran," with Tehran retaining control over routes, timing, passage procedures, and licensing. Fars reported that Iran agreed to restore shipping levels to pre-war conditions, which does not imply "free passage," and called Trump's statement "incomplete" and "far from reality."
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