- The United States is close to reaching a deal with Iran that would end the war, reopen the Strait of Hormuz and see Iran give up its stockpile of highly enriched uranium, regional officials told The Associated Press.
- Trump said a deal had been 'largely negotiated', after calls with Israel and other regional allies.
- The strait's reopening would begin to ease a worldwide energy crisis sparked by the surprise U.S. and Israeli bombardment of Iran on Feb. 28.
- Trump stated that the blockade 'will remain in full force and effect until an agreement is reached, certified, and signed.'
- 'Significant progress, although not final progress, has been made' in negotiations, according to Marco Rubio, suggesting the world would no longer need to fear Iran getting a nuclear weapon.
- Under the potential deal, Tehran would agree to give up its stockpile of highly enriched uranium, which currently includes 440.9 kilograms (972 pounds) of uranium enriched up to 60% purity.
- The U.S. would allow Iran to sell its oil through sanctions waivers, according to the negotiating officials.
- Trump stated that any final agreement with Iran must eliminate the nuclear danger, reaffirming Israel's right to defend itself 'on every front, including Lebanon.'
The United States is reportedly close to finalizing a significant agreement with Iran that aims to curb its nuclear program and ease geopolitical tensions.
Trump stated that the deal has been 'largely negotiated' after consultations with Israeli and regional allies.249
The negotiations suggest that Iran might agree to relinquish its stockpile of highly enriched uranium, which currently stands at 440.9 kilograms (972 pounds) enriched to 60% purity, a step away from weapons-grade levels of 90% as per the International Atomic Energy Agency.67
The U.S. blockade of Iranian ports has been in effect for over a month, with Trump asserting that it will remain until a formal agreement is reached. The proposed deal could allow Iran to sell its oil through sanctions waivers, potentially alleviating a global energy crisis triggered by conflict in the region.
Trump has emphasized that any final agreement must effectively eliminate the nuclear threat posed by Iran while reaffirming Israel's right to defend itself 'on every front, including Lebanon.'
Regional officials indicated that while significant progress in negotiations has been impacted by recent events, the outcome could change the landscape of U.S.-Iran relations significantly.
“The U.S. is reportedly close to an agreement with Iran regarding nuclear capabilities and oil sales. Trump underscored that any final deal must address the nuclear threat while noting significant progress in negotiations.”
