Iran has clarified that a peace agreement with the United States is not imminent, despite substantial progress on a framework involving a 60-day ceasefire and the reopening of the critical Strait of Hormuz.
Iran has downplayed expectations of an immediate peace agreement with the United States, stating a deal “is not imminent” despite reports of progressive diplomatic talks. The statement from Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baqai directly counteracted comments made by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who suggested a breakthrough memorandum of understanding could be finalized on Monday.
The proposed framework reportedly outlines a 60-day ceasefire extension, the reopening of the blockaded Strait of Hormuz, and subsequent negotiations regarding Iran’s nuclear program. However, US intelligence indicates that communication delays with Iran’s wounded Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, are slowing down negotiations.
Acknowledging the current status of the delicate diplomatic draft, Baqai stated: “It is correct to say that we have reached a conclusion on a large portion of the issues under discussion. But to say that this means the signing of an agreement is imminent – no-one can make such a claim.”
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