Trump says agreement with Iran 'largely negotiated' and includes opening strait
US President Donald Trump announced that a deal with Iran has been largely negotiated, which includes the opening of the Strait of Hormuz. While Trump expressed optimism about the agreement, Iranian officials indicated that significant gaps remain, particularly regarding the nuclear program. The final details of the deal are expected to be discussed and announced soon.
- ▪Trump stated that the agreement is subject to finalization between the US, Iran, and other countries.
- ▪Iranian officials mentioned that they are finalizing a 14-point framework for the deal.
- ▪The Iranian foreign ministry spokesman noted a trend towards rapprochement but emphasized that an agreement on important issues is not guaranteed.
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Vessels are seen anchored in the Strait of Hormuz, off the port city of Khasab on Oman’s northern Musandam Peninsula, May 17, 2026. - / AFP US President Donald Trump said Saturday, May 23, a deal with Iran had been "largely negotiated," with the proposal including opening the crucial Strait of Hormuz, though the agreement was "subject to finalization." "An Agreement has been largely negotiated, subject to finalization between the United States of America, the Islamic Republic of Iran and the various other Countries," Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform, listing a number of Middle East powers along with Turkey and mediator Pakistan.
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