Iran and U.S. close to agreement aimed at ending war, officials say
The United States and Iran are nearing an agreement to end the ongoing war, with a draft memorandum of understanding being reviewed by both sides. Regional officials indicate that significant progress has been made, and a final decision could be reached within 48 hours. Iran has described the draft as a framework for further discussions, focusing on ending the war before addressing nuclear issues.
- ▪The U.S. and Iran are close to agreeing on a memorandum of understanding aimed at ending the war.
- ▪Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson described the draft as a 'framework agreement' for further talks.
- ▪Both sides have warned of the risks of resuming attacks and disrupting the ceasefire.
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- ▪ 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
- ▪ 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 and US are close to an understanding aimed at ending the war, officials say — ABC News — International
- ▪ Iran, US could be close to breakthrough in talks for draft deal to end war — South China Morning Post
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Open this photo in gallery:Vessels in the Strait of Hormuz are visible near the beach of Bandar Abbas, Iran, on May 22.Majid-Asgaripour/ReutersShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountThe United States and Iran are close to agreeing on a memorandum of understanding aimed at ending the war, two regional officials and a diplomat said Saturday, as the United States has weighed a new round of attacks on the Islamic Republic.Iran signalled “narrowing differences” in negotiations with the U.S. after Pakistan’s army chief held more talks in Tehran, and U.S.
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