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The United States and Iran are close to finalizing a deal to end their three-month war, according to U.S. and regional officials. The emerging agreement would formally end hostilities, reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz, and initiate a 60-day negotiation period on Iran's nuclear program and sanctions relief. While not yet signed, the framework represents a significant diplomatic shift away from renewed military conflict.
Facts First
- A deal to end the U.S.-Iran war has been 'largely negotiated', according to President Trump and regional officials.
- The agreement would reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end the U.S. naval blockade of Iranian ports.
- A 60-day negotiation period would follow to address Iran's nuclear program, sanctions relief, and the release of frozen Iranian funds.
- The deal includes an end to the war between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon, according to a draft memorandum of understanding.
- President Trump delayed a planned military strike this week at the request of Gulf allies to allow diplomacy to proceed.
What Happened
Regional officials stated that the United States and Iran are nearing a deal to end the war. The potential agreement includes an official declaration ending the war, the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, and the lifting of the U.S. blockade of Iran's ports. A subsequent 60-day period would be used for negotiations on Iran's nuclear program and on sanctions relief. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated there has been 'slight progress' in the talks. President Trump announced he was holding off on a planned military strike against Iran because 'serious negotiations' are underway at the request of Middle East allies.
Why this Matters to You
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has driven up global energy costs. The national average price of gasoline in the U.S. has risen more than 50% since the conflict began. A deal to reopen the strait could lead to a rapid decrease in oil prices, which dropped approximately $5 per barrel on Sunday evening on news of the tentative outlines. This would likely translate to lower prices at the pump for consumers. The deal may also reduce the immediate risk of a broader regional war.
What's Next
The White House aims to resolve final differences and announce a deal soon, though a senior U.S. official indicated it could take several days for Iran's leadership to approve it. President Trump stated he told his representatives 'not to rush into a deal' to ensure both sides get it right. If finalized, the agreement would initiate a 60-day period of detailed negotiations. The U.S. official stated that sanctions relief for Iran is contingent on verifiable performance, including giving up its uranium stockpile. The deal also appears to require a concurrent end to the war between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon.