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The United States and Iran are reportedly close to signing a potential agreement, with a senior official from the Trump administration telling Reuters that both sides have already agreed on the text of the document.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that while minor adjustments may still be possible, the preliminary understanding suggests Tehran is entering the agreement from a stronger position.
Shortly after the statements, U.S. forces reported shooting down several Iranian drones heading toward the Strait of Hormuz, which were considered a threat to commercial shipping. Iranian media, meanwhile, reported explosions near the port of Sirik and on Qeshm Island, which local sources linked to warning fire by Iranian forces.
According to Reuters sources, the draft memorandum envisions reopening the Strait of Hormuz and lifting a naval blockade of Iranian ports in exchange for sanctions relief and the unfreezing of Iranian assets.
The nuclear issue is expected to be addressed in a separate 60-day negotiation period. A U.S. official said the eventual framework would aim at the “dismantlement” of Iran’s nuclear program, including the removal or destruction of enriched uranium stocks under an inspection regime.
However, Iranian officials insist they have not agreed to dismantle their nuclear capabilities, arguing instead for retaining diluted uranium stockpiles.
The proposed deal also reportedly includes discussions on possible military reparations and a rollback of U.S. demands regarding Iran’s missile program, though American officials have denied these claims.
Sources say a signing could take place as soon as Sunday, potentially in Geneva or via remote format.
Israel has not participated in the negotiations and has stated it is not a party to the agreement.
