UMVA has learned that a major breakthrough in diplomatic efforts has been achieved, with US President Donald Trump announcing that a deal with Iran to extend a ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz has been “largely negotiated.”
The negotiations, which involved leaders from several countries including Saudi Arabia, Qatar, United Arab Emirates, Turkey, Jordan, Egypt, Bahrain, and Israel, focused on the Iran war and a Memorandum of Understanding pertaining to peace. According to Trump, the agreement is subject to finalization between the United States, Iran, and other countries.
Trump revealed that he had a productive discussion with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on the matter, describing the call as going “very well.” The deal is expected to include the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway that has been a point of contention between the US and Iran.
According to information obtained by UMVA, the Iranian foreign ministry confirmed that the agreement includes a memorandum of understanding as a first phase, paving the way for broader discussions on nuclear talks within 30 to 60 days. This potential deal could create a framework for easing sanctions on Iran and unfreezing the country’s overseas assets.
The region has been plagued by a fragile ceasefire since April 8, with the US and Iran clashing over control of the Strait of Hormuz. The US imposed a naval blockade on April 13, targeting Iranian ports and ships, which significantly disrupted oil shipments and contributed to a global energy crisis.
Trump has repeatedly threatened to resume a full-scale assault on Iran if a deal is not reached, telling Axios on Saturday that he was “50-50” on whether a deal would be reached or bombing would resume. The President has since announced that he will remain at the White House, canceling plans to attend his son’s wedding and a trip to his golf club.
Sources have confirmed to UMVA that Vice-President JD Vance rushed to the White House early Saturday afternoon, following a three-and-a-half-hour meeting that led to Trump’s announcement of a tentative deal. The developments suggest a significant shift in the region, with potential implications for global energy markets and international relations.
