Iran and US are close to an understanding aimed at ending the war, officials say
The United States and Iran are nearing an agreement to end the ongoing war, according to officials. A memorandum of understanding is being reviewed, with hopes for a final decision within 48 hours. Key figures from both nations and Pakistan are involved in the negotiations, which focus on various critical issues, including sanctions and military actions.
- ▪The U.S. and Iran are close to agreeing on a memorandum of understanding aimed at ending the war.
- ▪Iran has indicated that differences in negotiations are narrowing, with discussions facilitated by Pakistan's army chief.
- ▪U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio mentioned that progress has been made and news may emerge soon.
6 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 3 hours. Coverage spans 2 points on the political spectrum — 1 lean left, 3 centre.
- ▪ Iran and U.S. near agreement on memorandum of understanding to end war, as Tehran says Hormuz is included in talks but nuclear issues are not — Fortune
- ▪ Iran and U.S. close to agreement aimed at ending war, officials say — The Globe and Mail
- ▪ U.S., Iran close to a deal to end war, official says — Axios
- ▪ Trump says a deal with Iran and opening of Strait of Hormuz are ‘largely negotiated’ - AP News — Google News
- ▪ Iran, US could be close to breakthrough in talks for draft deal to end war — South China Morning Post
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onIran and US are close to an understanding aimed at ending the war, officials sayThe United States and Iran are close to agreeing on a memorandum of understanding to end the war, according to two regional officials and a diplomatByMUNIR AHMED Associated Press and MATTHEW LEE Associated PressMay 23, 2026, 10:40 AM1:12In this photo released by the Iranian Presidency Office, President Masoud Pezeshkian, right, speaks with Pakistan's Army Chief Field Marshal Gen. Asim Munir in Tehran, Iran, Saturday, May 23, 2026.
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