WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald Trump said Friday that the United States and Iran are “getting a lot closer” to reaching a major agreement aimed at ending months of escalating conflict in the Middle East.

Speaking during multiple media appearances, Trump stated that negotiations involving U.S. officials, Iran, Pakistan, and several Gulf nations had made significant progress and that a formal announcement could arrive soon.

According to reports, the proposed agreement would include the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz — one of the world’s most important oil shipping routes — along with renewed nuclear negotiations and possible easing of economic restrictions on Iran.

Trump described the deal as “largely negotiated” but warned that military action remains possible if negotiations fail to meet U.S. demands. The president reportedly told reporters he was still evaluating whether the agreement fully guarantees that Iran cannot develop nuclear weapons.

International mediators have intensified diplomatic efforts in recent days as tensions across the region continue to threaten global energy markets and regional stability.

The developing negotiations come after months of military escalation involving Iran, Israel, and U.S. forces in the region. Analysts say a finalized agreement could dramatically reduce the risk of wider conflict in the Middle East.

Meanwhile, the White House confirmed Trump will remain in Washington throughout the weekend as discussions continue behind closed doors with national security advisers and international mediators.

The president’s comments quickly sparked reactions from both supporters and critics in Washington, with some Republicans praising the diplomatic breakthrough while others questioned whether Iran could be trusted to follow any agreement.

Additional details surrounding the proposed framework are expected to emerge over the coming days as negotiations continue.

Key Developments

• Trump says Iran agreement is “largely negotiated”
• Possible reopening of the Strait of Hormuz
• Nuclear negotiations expected to resume
• White House monitoring situation closely
• Military action still remains a possibility if talks collapse