Trump Says Iran Deal Is "Largely Negotiated" and Could Be Announced Soon

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump stated on Saturday that a framework agreement to end the conflict with Iran is “largely negotiated,” with final details currently under discussion and potentially ready for announcement in the coming days.

In a Truth Social post and follow-up comments, Trump said the deal would include reopening the Strait of Hormuz to commercial shipping and other key provisions. He described the progress as significant while noting that some final aspects still need to be finalized.

The latest developments come after weeks of indirect negotiations mediated by Pakistan. Trump has alternated between expressing optimism and warning that Iran is running out of time. In recent days, he has emphasized that the U.S. is getting “a lot closer” to a deal, while maintaining that he is prepared to resume military action if necessary.

Key Elements of the Emerging Deal

According to officials familiar with the talks, the proposed framework includes:

• 60-Day Ceasefire: Initial 60-day halt to direct military escalation, extendable by mutual agreement while talks continue.
• Strait of Hormuz: Iran to reopen the waterway without tolls or restrictions and clear naval mines for unrestricted commercial shipping.
• Oil Exports: U.S. to lift port blockade and grant sanctions waivers enabling Iran to resume oil sales.
• Nuclear Issues: Iran commits to never developing nuclear weapons and will negotiate limits on uranium enrichment plus stockpile reductions. Verbal assurances already conveyed via mediators.

U.S. forces remain in the region during the ceasefire. Major withdrawals only after a final agreement.

Iran has sought immediate sanctions relief and an end to the blockade as preconditions, while insisting that broader nuclear issues be addressed in later phases. U.S. officials have pushed for verifiable limits on uranium enrichment and the removal or down-blending of Iran’s highly enriched uranium stockpile as core requirements for any lasting agreement.

Pakistani mediators have reported “significant progress” in recent rounds, with both sides narrowing differences. However, Iranian officials have continued to publicly stress that they will not surrender their right to enrich uranium.

Indirect talks have been ongoing for weeks through Pakistani channels. Trump paused planned additional strikes earlier this month at the request of Gulf allies, giving diplomacy more time. Progress has been described as incremental, with optimism from the U.S. side contrasting with more cautious statements from Tehran.

Trump has repeatedly said he prefers a deal over renewed conflict but has warned of “overwhelming force” if Iran does not cooperate. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and other officials have described the current phase as focused on ending the war, with nuclear talks to follow.

Gulf states, including Saudi Arabia and the UAE, have urged caution to avoid further escalation and oil price spikes. The fragile ceasefire remains in place but has faced repeated tests through incidents in the Strait of Hormuz.

The situation remains fluid, with Trump indicating a decision could come soon. Markets reacted with cautious optimism, with oil prices easing slightly on news of potential progress. No final agreement has been signed, and both sides continue to prepare for all possible outcomes.