Iran Says Final Deal Hinges on US Position

Iran states that the final agreement from negotiations with the United States depends on the US halting excessive demands. The Foreign Ministry quoted Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Friday (29 May). “Around the diplomatic process mediated by Pakistan, Araghchi stressed that reaching a final agreement depends on the US ending excessive demands,” the statement said. Araghchi previously spoke by phone with Oman’s Foreign Minister, Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump said key issues regarding Iran’s nuclear program and reopening the Strait of Hormuz remain unresolved. Trump claimed Washington and Tehran have agreed on other less significant matters. The US and Israel have launched attacks on Iran causing civilian casualties and damage, despite ongoing ceasefire talks. On 7 April, the US and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire. The US has imposed a blockade on Iranian ports, while Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz, a major shipping route. US President Donald Trump is reportedly considering final decisions on a peace deal with Iran, including lifting the maritime blockade and nuclear conditions. Guatemala’s government denied reports of a joint US air strike agreement but confirmed requests for military equipment and training assistance. Saudi analyst Mubarak al-Ati stated Saudi Arabia no longer trusts US protection and is leading efforts to form a new Arab-Islamic bloc. Iran claimed to have used its new Arash-e Kamangir air defence system to shoot down a US MQ-9 Reaper drone in the Strait of Hormuz, showcasing military resilience. Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei accused the US and Israel of attempting to divide Iran in retaliation for military defeats in a recent written message.