Trump Signals Potential Breakthrough on Iran Deal to Reopen Strait of Hormuz
The US president has suggested that an agreement to end hostilities may be forthcoming following discussions with Gulf leaders and allies.
In a recent statement, President Trump indicated that progress has been made towards a deal concerning Iran, which could facilitate the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
He mentioned plans to announce an agreement aimed at ending the ongoing conflict after engaging in talks with leaders from the Gulf region and other allies.
This development follows ongoing diplomatic efforts and could have significant implications for regional stability and international trade.
Updates
Update at 01:51 UTC on 2026-05-24
NPR News reported President Trump announced the unfinalized deal on social media after talks with Israel and other allies. It aims to end the war and includes two-month negotiations on Iran's nuclear program. DW News reported The US president also said the draft agreement, which hasn't been confirmed, includes the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. But Iran says Trump's claims are "incomplete and inconsistent with reality." DW has more.
Sources: NPR News, DW News
Update at 15:19 UTC on 2026-05-24
Financial Times reported Comments downplay hopes of an imminent reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
Sources: Financial Times
Update at 12:00 UTC on 2026-06-13
Nuclear Energy reported US-Iran deal news: What we know about possible agreement to end Iran war, open Strait of Hormuz, remove Iranian enriched uranium ABC7 Chicago.
Sources: Nuclear Energy
Update at 21:41 UTC on 2026-06-14
Financial Times reported Leaders expected to sign agreement on Friday for Tehran to clear mines in waterway and Washington to end blockade.
Sources: Financial Times