Iran war day 106: US and Iran say deal close but Lebanon fighting continues

US and Iran Reach Impasse in War Deal Talks

A memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran appears to be nearing completion, with officials confirming that a final text has been agreed upon. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that the agreement had “never been closer” during a recent press conference. He also cautioned against speculation about the contents of the deal until it is finalized.

US President Donald Trump later reposted Araghchi’s remarks on social media, following earlier reports about the deal being dismissed as “fake news”. Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif confirmed that a final, agreed-upon text had been drawn up, but noted that some “next steps” still require completion.

According to officials, the talks have made significant progress, with both sides appearing to be close to reaching an agreement. The memorandum of understanding is expected to outline key terms and conditions for the proposed deal. However, further details remain unclear until the final text is released.

The development comes as a significant step forward in the ongoing efforts to bring an end to the conflict between Iran and the US. The exact nature and scope of the agreement are yet to be confirmed, but officials indicate that a resolution may soon be within reach.

Source: Al Jazeera