Iran says no final agreement has been reached as Washington and Tehran signal progress in high-stakes negotiations aimed at averting further conflict.
United States President Donald Trump has announced the cancellation of planned military strikes against Iran, claiming that a proposed agreement with Tehran has been approved at the highest levels of the Iranian leadership and is nearing completion.
In a statement posted on Truth Social on Thursday, Trump said he had ordered the cancellation of air strikes that were scheduled to take place later in the evening after receiving assurances that discussions with Iran had reached a decisive stage.
“Based on the fact that discussions with the Islamic Republic of Iran have been brought to the highest level of Iranian leadership and approved, I have cancelled the scheduled strikes and bombings against Iran this evening,” Trump wrote.
U.S-Iran Deal Dispute:
The announcement marked a dramatic reversal after days of escalating tensions between Washington and Tehran, during which both sides exchanged military strikes and threats. Earlier on Thursday, Trump had warned Iran of severe consequences and hinted at further military action targeting key Iranian infrastructure.
According to the US president, negotiators have agreed on the broad framework of a deal that could pave the way for renewed talks on Iran’s nuclear programme, while also addressing maritime security concerns in the Strait of Hormuz. Trump said a formal signing ceremony could be announced soon, although he provided no details on the location or timeline.
However, Iranian officials have pushed back against Trump’s claims, insisting that no final agreement has yet been approved. Sources cited by Iranian media said a memorandum of understanding remains under review by the country’s leadership and that significant issues remain unresolved.
Ongoing Talks and Uncertain Outcome:
Iranian officials acknowledged that negotiations had narrowed differences between the two sides but stressed that any announcement of a finalized deal would be premature. A spokesman for Tehran indicated that discussions were continuing and that no definitive conclusion had been reached.
Despite the uncertainty, financial markets reacted positively to signs of de-escalation. Global oil prices fell sharply while major stock indexes rose after investors interpreted Trump’s decision as a step away from a broader regional conflict.
Trump also stated that a US-led naval blockade would remain in place until any agreement is formally signed and implemented. The move suggests that Washington intends to maintain pressure on Tehran even as diplomatic efforts continue.
The latest developments come amid growing international concern over instability in the Gulf region, where disruptions to shipping routes and energy supplies have raised fears of wider economic and security consequences.
While Trump’s announcement has fueled speculation that a diplomatic breakthrough may be close, the differing accounts from Washington and Tehran highlight the fragile and uncertain nature of the negotiations. For now, the threat of immediate military action appears to have receded, but the prospect of a lasting agreement remains unclear.