Preliminary peace deal could be signed within days, says US, Iran and mediators
Summary
Iran, the US, and mediators said a preliminary peace deal to end the three-month Middle East conflict could be signed soon, though the exact timing and details are unclear. The deal is reported to include reopening a key shipping strait, lifting a US naval blockade, and beginning talks on Iran’s nuclear program, but the US and Iran differ on what the agreement entails.Key Facts
- Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said an electronic signing of the deal could happen within 24 hours, followed by technical talks.
- Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson said the signing may not happen immediately but could occur in the coming days.
- US President Donald Trump has threatened military action against Iran but also announced a draft deal approved by Iranian leaders.
- The conflict involves Iran, Israel, and the US, with recent intense clashes despite a ceasefire since April.
- The proposed deal includes reopening the strait of Hormuz and lifting the US blockade on Iranian ports.
- Iran claims it has won the conflict and calls the deal a sign of strength, while the US insists the deal demands Iran dismantle its nuclear program and freeze support for militant groups.
- The deal reportedly involves releasing $24 billion of Iran’s frozen assets and suspending sanctions on its oil sales.
- Israel opposes parts of the deal and continues military actions in Lebanon against Hezbollah.
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