Trump says agreement with Iran 'largely negotiated,' includes opening strait
President Trump announced that a deal with Iran has been largely negotiated, which includes the opening of the Strait of Hormuz. He indicated that final details are still being discussed and will be announced soon. Iranian officials, however, expressed concerns about remaining gaps and excessive demands from the U.S.
- ▪Trump stated that the agreement involves the United States, Iran, and several other countries.
- ▪Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman mentioned a trend towards rapprochement but cautioned that an agreement on key issues is not guaranteed.
- ▪Iran's chief negotiator warned of a tough response if the U.S. resumes hostilities.
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U.S. President Donald Trump said on Saturday (May 23, 2026) a deal with Iran had been “largely negotiated,” with the proposal including opening the crucial Strait of Hormuz, though the agreement was “subject to finalisation.”“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,” Mr. Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform, listing a number of West Asia powers along with Turkey and mediator Pakistan.Also Read: Iran-Israel war LIVE“In addition to many other elements of the Agreement, the Strait of Hormuz will be opened,” he said.Among the West Asia countries whose leaders joined a call on Saturday (May 23, 2026) to discuss the deal were Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates,…
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