The White House is believed to be close to reaching a preliminary understanding with Iran aimed at ending ongoing hostilities and paving the way for detailed nuclear negotiations, according to reports. The proposed agreement, a short memorandum of understanding, could outline key steps toward de-escalation.
Reuters quoting sources reported that Iran may agree to pause nuclear enrichment, while the United States could lift sanctions and release frozen funds. Both sides may also ease restrictions affecting transit through the Strait of Hormuz. Negotiators expect critical feedback from Iran within the next two days, though officials caution that no final agreement has yet been reached.
If finalised, the framework would initiate a 30-day negotiation period to work out a comprehensive deal covering nuclear limits, sanctions relief, and maritime access. During this time, restrictions from both sides would gradually ease, with provisions allowing the US to reimpose measures if talks fail.
Iran has signaled it would only accept terms it considers fair, and official confirmation of the reported progress is still pending.
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