Possible Iran-US deal to end the war: What we know
The United States and Iran are reportedly nearing a deal to end the ongoing war in the Middle East. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio indicated that an agreement has been largely negotiated, which may include the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. However, key issues such as Iran's nuclear program and the release of frozen assets remain contentious points in the discussions.
- ▪US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that a deal to end the war may be imminent.
- ▪Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman mentioned a trend towards rapprochement but cautioned that an agreement is not guaranteed.
- ▪The reopening of the Strait of Hormuz is a significant aspect of the proposed agreement, though Iran insists on maintaining control over it.
5 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 2 days. Coverage spans 2 points on the political spectrum — 2 lean left, 1 centre.
- ▪ What to know about the emerging US-Iran deal to end war, reopen Strait of Hormuz — The Hill
- ▪ What we know and don’t know about the possible deal to end the Iran war - AP News — Google News
- ▪ US, Iran inch closer to deal to end the war: What to know — Al Jazeera English
- ▪ 'Significant movement here in Washington': US and Iran report progress towards deal on ending war — France 24 (EN)
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| Publication time | Sun, 24 May 2026 21:29:00 +0800 |
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Possible Iran-US deal to end the war: What we knowSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxUS Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the world might “get some good news”, soon after President Donald Trump announced an agreement had been “largely negotiated”.PHOTO: ARASH KHAMOOSHI/NYTIMESPublished May 24, 2026, 09:29 PMUpdated May 24, 2026, 09:29 PMTEHRAN - The United States and Iran appear closer than ever to a deal that would end a war that has engulfed the Middle East and disrupted the global oil market.US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the world might “get some good news”, soon after President Donald Trump announced an agreement had been “largely negotiated” and would include the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.Before Mr Trump’s announcement, Iran’s Foreign Ministry…
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