Trump Claims Iran Deal Signing Sunday, Tehran Disputes Timing
A potential peace deal between the US and Iran was announced by President Trump, but Iran’s Foreign Ministry disputed the timeline and nature of the agreement.
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U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that a potential peace deal with Iran was set to be signed on Sunday, June 14, 2026. Trump stated that following the signing, the Strait of Hormuz would be fully open, and Iran no longer desired nuclear weapons. He indicated the U.S. would address the disposal of enriched Iranian uranium at an appropriate time.
However, Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Esmaeil Baqaei, disputed the Sunday signing, though he did not rule out a signing in the coming days. Baqaei suggested any agreement would serve as a framework for continued talks rather than a final resolution. The conflict between the U.S. and Iran, ongoing for approximately four months since February 28, 2026, had significantly impacted global oil prices and shipments.
Mediator Pakistan, through Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, expressed optimism, stating a final, agreed-upon text had been reached and finalization was expected within 24 hours. Pakistan had been facilitating negotiations between the two nations.
Despite Trump’s assertion, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi had previously indicated that while progress was being made and the two sides had “never been closer,” key differences remained. Reports suggested the initial agreement would extend a ceasefire for 60 days, involving Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz and working with the U.S. on dismantling nuclear material. In return, Iran could receive sanctions relief and access to frozen assets, contingent on meeting benchmarks through further negotiations.
The situation was complicated by protests in Iran against the potential peace deal. In the U.S., Vice President JD Vance stated the deal had the potential to “remake the region and lead to lasting peace.” Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had previously declared that Iran would not obtain nuclear weapons as long as he was prime minister, and that he and President Trump were in full agreement on this issue.
Funeral processions for Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei were announced to take place in July. The conflict, which began on February 28, 2026, had led to significant global economic disruptions.
