Iran Says 60-Day US Deal Is Largely Agreed, but Signing Is Not Imminent
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Updated · The Guardian · May 25
Iran Says 60-Day US Deal Is Largely Agreed, but Signing Is Not Imminent
17 articles · Updated · The Guardian · May 25
Iran said negotiators have reached conclusions on a large portion of issues in a potential deal with the US, but foreign ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei said no one can claim an agreement is close to being signed.
A reported framework would extend a ceasefire by 60 days, reopen the Strait of Hormuz to international shipping and set up further talks on Iran’s disputed nuclear programme.
Iranian leadership still must approve any deal, including supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei, whose limited accessibility could slow the process.
The comments signal meaningful movement in efforts to end the war, while underscoring that political sign-off in Tehran remains the main hurdle.
With Iran's new leader in hiding and key terms disputed, is this peace deal just a strategic pause in an ongoing war?
As negotiators announce progress, why do Israeli strikes continue in the region with apparent American approval?
The 2026 US-Iran Peace Deal: High Stakes, Fragile Ceasefire, and Global Economic Risks
Overview
The US-Iran peace framework, confirmed as largely negotiated by May 25, 2026, faces a highly uncertain future. Although a fragile ceasefire has been in place since April 8, it has been repeatedly disrupted by skirmishes, especially over the strategic Strait of Hormuz, highlighting ongoing tensions. This precarious situation is made worse by doubts about whether the United States will accept the negotiated memorandum, with no guarantees in place. The path forward remains unclear, as both sides confront significant risks and unresolved disagreements, making the prospects for lasting peace uncertain and fragile.