The 60-day deadline for a peace deal with Iran is expiring. Here's where things stand
Summary
A 60-day deadline set by President Donald Trump in June to end the war with Iran and reach a nuclear deal has passed without success. Both sides remain far apart, with fighting continuing and no detailed nuclear negotiations started.Key Facts
- President Trump signed a deal in June with Iran aiming to end the war and resolve nuclear issues within 60 days.
- The deal required reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway for world oil trade, but the sides disagree on its control.
- Iran claims it will control the strait and may charge fees, while the U.S. opposes giving Iran this control.
- Iran began firing on vessels near Oman shortly after the deal, leading to U.S. military strikes and retaliation against American allies.
- The U.S. reinstated a blockade on Iran and canceled waivers that allowed Iran to sell oil during the deal.
- Fighting has decreased but no real peace agreement has been reached, and Iran stopped direct talks with the U.S. in June.
- Pakistan is trying to bring both sides back to negotiate but the deadline expired without progress.
- Iran demands lifting the U.S. blockade, withdrawal of U.S. forces, and reparations before reopening the strait.
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