US and Iranian negotiators have reportedly reached a tentative agreement to extend their ceasefire by 60 days and initiate new talks on Iran’s nuclear programme. Vice President JD Vance confirmed the provisional deal but stated it was uncertain if the president would approve it, citing ongoing discussions over "language points".
Key Conditions of the Deal
The president's prior conditions for any agreement included the opening of the Strait of Hormuz, Iran abandoning its nuclear programme, and surrendering its enriched uranium supply. The memorandum of understanding (MOU) reportedly stipulates "unrestricted" shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran committed to removing all mines from the waterway within 30 days, and the lifting of the US naval blockade.
White House Reaction
White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller indicated that Iran has made "significant, material, and dramatic" concessions, though he stressed that "there is no deal until there is a deal". A Trump official earlier said the admin doesn’t have ‘unlimited patience’ as it clashes with Tehran over the deal.
In full, the Iran-US war latest: Deal to extend ceasefire and reopen Strait of Hormuz ‘just needs Trump signature’.
