Trump Says U.S.-Iran Deal Could Be Signed Sunday as Tehran Questions Timeline

President Donald Trump said Saturday that the United States and Iran are expected to sign a major agreement on Sunday aimed at extending the current ceasefire and reopening the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, though Iranian officials quickly cast doubt on the proposed timetable. (Reuters)

Posting on Truth Social, President Trump declared that “the Deal is scheduled to get signed tomorrow,” adding that the Strait of Hormuz would immediately reopen to international shipping once the agreement takes effect. (The Washington Post)

The potential accord would represent the most significant diplomatic breakthrough between Washington and Tehran since months of escalating military conflict and tensions across the Middle East disrupted global energy markets earlier this year. (Axios)

Tehran Signals Caution Over Immediate Signing

Despite President Trump’s announcement, Iranian officials indicated that negotiations remain ongoing and that no final signing date has been officially confirmed.

Reuters reported that an Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson questioned whether the agreement would actually be finalized Sunday, although Tehran acknowledged that negotiations had advanced significantly in recent days. (Reuters)

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi previously said a framework agreement “has never been closer,” while emphasizing that internal consultations inside Iran were still continuing. (Axios)

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, whose government has reportedly played a mediation role in the negotiations, stated that preparations were underway for an electronic signing ceremony followed by technical talks next week. (Reuters)

Strait of Hormuz at Center of Negotiations

A central element of the proposed agreement involves reopening the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical oil shipping routes.

The waterway has faced severe disruptions during the months-long conflict involving Iran, the United States, and regional military activity. Energy markets have closely monitored the negotiations because roughly one-fifth of global oil shipments normally pass through the narrow maritime corridor. (The Washington Post)

President Trump claimed the deal would also ensure that Iran abandons efforts to obtain nuclear weapons, although full details of the agreement have not yet been officially released. (New York Post)

Reports indicate that future negotiations could address Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile, sanctions issues, and long-term nuclear oversight arrangements. (New York Post)

Uncertainty Remains Around Final Terms

While both sides appear closer to an agreement than at previous points during the conflict, uncertainty remains over the exact terms and implementation process.

A U.S. official quoted by Reuters described the proposed arrangement as “a great deal and a very strong deal,” but declined to confirm the exact signing schedule. (Reuters)

Israeli officials are also reportedly monitoring developments closely amid concerns about regional security and Iran’s nuclear capabilities. (Fox News)

The White House has not yet released the full text of any memorandum or treaty connected to the negotiations.

If finalized, the agreement could mark a major turning point in Middle East diplomacy and potentially ease global concerns surrounding oil supply disruptions and broader regional escalation.