US President Donald Trump announced on Sunday that a deal with Iran to formally end the Middle East war is 'largely negotiated', with final details still being discussed. In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump stated that 'final aspects and details of the Deal are currently being negotiated, and will be announced shortly,' without providing specific details. He emphasised that the agreement remains 'subject to finalisation'.
Key Details of the Potential Agreement
According to reports, the proposed deal includes a 60-day ceasefire extension, during which the Strait of Hormuz would be reopened, and Iran would be permitted to sell oil freely. The Axios news site, citing an American official, reported that negotiations on curbing Iran's nuclear program would be held after an initial pact is reached. However, the official cautioned that the details are in a 'draft' and 'could still fall apart'. Iran's semi-official Tasnim news agency indicated that under a potential memorandum of understanding, the US would waive sanctions against Iranian oil sales. Tehran has not yet agreed to any actions on its nuclear program, and the potential agreement also includes ending the war on all fronts, including Lebanon.
International Involvement
Leaders from Middle Eastern countries, including Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Egypt, Jordan, and Bahrain, as well as representatives from Pakistan and Turkey, participated in a call with Trump on Saturday to discuss the deal. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed hope that another round of talks would be hosted 'very soon'. The foreign minister of mediator Pakistan stated that the results of the latest negotiations 'offer grounds for optimism that a positive and durable outcome is within reach'. US Vice-President JD Vance led a US delegation to Islamabad six weeks ago for the first round of peace talks with Iran, which ended without an agreement.
Reactions and Criticism
Trump also mentioned a separate call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, saying it 'went very well'. Former Trump Secretary of State Mike Pompeo criticised the emerging deal, claiming it benefits Iran's Revolutionary Guard and is too similar to the terms of the nuclear agreement negotiated by Barack Obama's team, which Trump later abandoned. Iran has not officially commented on Trump's announcement, but its state media has reported on the potential agreement.
Developments in Lebanon
In Lebanon, the civil defence agency reported early on Sunday that an Israeli strike destroyed its regional facility in the southern city of Nabatieh. The agency condemned the attack on a centre dedicated to humanitarian and relief work, stating there were no casualties among its personnel.
