Washington keeps pressure as Tehran faces nuclear concessions, sanctions leverage and regional terror restrictions ahead.”
The United States and Iran have reportedly reached a proposed memorandum of understanding to extend the ceasefire for 60 days and open formal negotiations over Tehran’s nuclear program, though President Donald Trump has not yet approved the deal.
If approved, the agreement would mark the most significant diplomatic progress since the war began in late February. The framework reportedly requires Iran to pledge that it will not pursue nuclear weapons and commit to giving up its stockpile of highly enriched uranium.
Officials familiar with the talks said the exact disposal process would be negotiated during the 60-day period. Part of the uranium could be diluted, while another portion may be transferred to a third country, possibly Russia. The International Atomic Energy Agency has reported that Iran holds 440.9 kilograms of uranium enriched to 60 percent purity, close to weapons-grade level.
The proposed deal would also gradually reopen the Strait of Hormuz as the United States lifts its blockade of Iranian ports. The waterway, which carries a major share of global oil traffic, became one of the central flashpoints of the war after Iran shut it down and disrupted energy markets.
The United States is also expected to discuss sanctions relief, frozen Iranian assets and possible oil-sale waivers during the ceasefire window. The draft framework may also address Israel-Hezbollah hostilities and include commitments against interference in regional countries.
Iranian media, however, denied that the memorandum has been finalized, claiming Tehran has not confirmed the text or informed Pakistani mediators that the agreement is complete.
Trump remains cautious. He said Iran badly wants a deal, but Washington is not yet satisfied. His message is clear: Tehran must deliver real nuclear concessions, or America may still finish the job.
