Trump Signals Possible Iran Deal on Hormuz Strait Next Week
Donald Trump, the President of the United States, has announced that a deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran to extend a ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz could be finalized “within the next week.” These remarks come as Iranian officials emphasize that negotiations have not yet reached a definitive conclusion and that Washington’s demands have shifted during the talks.
In an interview with ABC News, Trump claimed that achieving a peace agreement with Iran could be even preferable to a military victory. He acknowledged the difficulty of the negotiation process, stating that reaching an agreement “is not an easy task,” and noted the presence of serious hostility between the two sides.
On the other hand, Iranian officials, referring to previous experiences, stress the need for accuracy and rigor in examining the potential agreement text. A source close to the Iranian negotiation team said that the final text is still under discussion and review in Tehran, and no response has yet been dispatched.
The source added that past U.S. breaches of trust have led Iran to adopt a cautious approach in this round of talks, focusing on securing tangible benefits. According to the source, the final decision will be made after a comprehensive review within Iran.
The Strait of Hormuz, as one of the world’s most critical energy transit points, has always played a decisive role in regional dynamics, and any agreement related to it could have significant implications for the region’s security and economic situation.
