Agreement with Iran has been largely negotiated – Trump

By Kazeem Ugbodaga

President Donald Trump has announced that a proposed agreement between the United States and Iran to ease tensions in the Middle East and reopen the strategic Strait of Hormuz has been “largely negotiated,” signalling what could become a major diplomatic breakthrough after months of escalating conflict in the Gulf region.

Trump disclosed on Saturday that final details of the agreement were still being worked out following a series of high-level consultations with leaders across the Middle East and other international stakeholders.

According to the U.S. president, the proposed framework includes the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical oil shipping routes, which has faced severe disruption amid heightened hostilities involving Iran, the United States and Israel.

“An agreement has been largely negotiated, subject to finalisation,” Trump reportedly stated, adding that details of the arrangement would be unveiled shortly.

The Strait of Hormuz, located between Iran and Oman, is regarded as one of the most strategically important waterways globally, with a significant portion of the world’s oil and gas supplies passing through it daily.

Its closure and repeated disruptions in recent months triggered global concern over energy security, shipping safety and rising oil prices.

Reports indicate that the emerging agreement could involve a formal declaration ending current hostilities, the reopening of maritime routes through the Strait of Hormuz and a phased negotiation process on broader issues involving Iran and the United States.

Trump said he held discussions with leaders from Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Turkey, Egypt, Jordan, Bahrain and Pakistan, while also speaking separately with Israeli officials as diplomatic efforts intensified behind the scenes.

Pakistan has reportedly played a key mediation role in the negotiations, with regional diplomatic pressure mounting on both Washington and Tehran to avoid further escalation capable of destabilising global energy markets and the wider Middle East.

Despite Trump’s optimistic tone, Iranian officials have maintained that negotiations were still ongoing, with some reports suggesting Tehran remains cautious over unresolved issues, including sanctions relief and future security guarantees.

The diplomatic push comes after months of military confrontation, naval blockades and disruptions to international shipping routes following the outbreak of the 2026 Iran conflict earlier this year.