The United States has established a one-week timeline for finalizing a framework agreement with Iran, with reports indicating that the document was nearly complete as of May 24. President Donald Trump has emphasized the urgency of the negotiations, although officials have clarified that no agreement will be signed immediately.
A U.S. official stated, “We are not going to give in. We have not reached an agreement yet. We are not going to sign an agreement today or tomorrow,” indicating that Trump is instinctively allowing several additional days for the negotiations to conclude. The official also confirmed the principle of “No deal, no dollars,” suggesting that financial incentives will not be provided until Iran commits to abandoning its nuclear program.
Furthermore, the official noted that Iran has largely agreed to the framework, with the parties reportedly 95% close to finalizing the terms. The discussions encompass issues related to Iran’s nuclear arsenal and the strategic significance of the Strait of Hormuz, with ongoing negotiations focused on the specific language of the agreement.
According to the source, there is an opportunity to reach a deal that would not only reduce costs for Americans but also ensure that Iran does not acquire nuclear weapons. The U.S. remains firm in its stance, asserting that it will not enter into a subpar agreement and retains the option to resume military actions should negotiations fail.
In a related context, Trump had previously instructed his negotiators to take their time in reaching an agreement, asserting that time is on the side of the United States. Earlier statements indicated that the framework agreement, referred to as a memorandum of understanding, had been significantly advanced through negotiations.
This document primarily aims to bring an end to hostilities and includes provisions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz and lifting the U.S. blockade. If an agreement is reached, the final document is expected to be negotiated within 30 to 60 days, addressing not only the nuclear issue but also a range of other topics.
Reports from CBS News have suggested that Iran may agree to dismantle its stockpile of highly enriched uranium as part of the negotiations.
The U.S. has set a one-week deadline for finalizing a framework agreement with Iran, with significant progress reported. Negotiations focus on nuclear disarmament and regional stability, with the U.S. maintaining a firm stance on terms.