Will Strait of Hormuz reopen soon? Trump says Iran deal ‘largely negotiated’
US President Donald Trump said a possible agreement with Iran has been “largely negotiated”, raising fresh questions over whether the strategically crucial Strait of Hormuz could reopen soon after weeks of tensions and conflict in the Middle East.
In a major update linked to the ongoing US-Iran talks, Trump said the proposed agreement would include the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important oil shipping routes. However, he did not specify when the waterway could reopen or when the final deal would be announced.
The development comes amid intense global interest over the future of the Strait of Hormuz, which has remained at the centre of escalating tensions between Iran, the United States and Gulf allies following military strikes and a regional security crisis earlier this year.
Posting on social media, Trump said he had a “very good call” with leaders of Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar and other countries regarding a “Memorandum of Understanding pertaining to PEACE”.
“An Agreement has been largely negotiated, subject to finalization between the United States of America, the Islamic Republic of Iran, and the various other Countries,” Trump said.
“Final aspects and details of the Deal are currently being discussed, and will be announced shortly,” he added.
The US president also said he spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and described the conversation as positive.
What could reopening the Strait of Hormuz mean?
The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world’s busiest energy corridors, handling a significant share of global oil and gas shipments. Any disruption in the region often triggers sharp reactions in global crude oil prices and shipping markets.
Iran recently claimed military control over areas around the strait and said all transit would require authorisation from its “Persian Gulf Strait Authority”. The US and Gulf allies rejected those claims and instructed vessels not to comply with Iranian directives.
Trump’s latest statement has now fuelled speculation that restrictions around the strait could ease if the broader peace framework is finalised in the coming weeks.
Iranian foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei also confirmed that discussions with Washington had made progress over the past week, though he cautioned that key differences still remain.
Speaking to Iranian state television, Baqaei said Tehran wants an agreement in the form of a 14-point framework and that talks were moving toward a memorandum of understanding.
He said further negotiations could take place within 30 to 60 days before a final agreement is reached.
When could the Iran-US deal be announced?
Neither Washington nor Tehran has announced a timeline for the final agreement. However, Trump’s remarks suggest negotiations may be entering the final stage after weeks of uncertainty and military escalation.
The US and Israel had launched major strikes on Iran on February 28, triggering retaliatory attacks by Iran across the region. A ceasefire was later agreed in early April, opening the door for fresh diplomatic talks.
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said Islamabad had played a role in mediation efforts and expressed hope that another round of talks would be hosted soon.
The renewed diplomatic momentum comes after reports emerged on Friday that the Trump administration had been considering another round of military strikes on Iran, though no final decision had reportedly been taken.