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President Trump has announced a preliminary deal with Iran will be signed on June 15, despite Iranian officials insisting no signing is planned for Sunday. The contradictory statements reflect ongoing tension as the two sides edge closer to an agreement to end their recent war.
On February 10, the Iranian government issued a statement stressing national unity in defending the country and its lawful rights, as Tehran faces ongoing sanctions and international criticism. The message was delivered on the 46th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution, with millions rallying nationwide. Tehran insists its nuclear and other activities are peaceful and lawful.
Iran's Foreign Ministry has warned that all hostile forces attempting to oppose Tehran will face defeat and isolation, amid rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. The statement underscores Iran's commitment to independent foreign policies and resistance to external pressure.
Iran has declared its scientific and defense progress will continue despite international pressure. A senior official stressed investments in research, defense technology, and key projects in space, missiles, and nuclear energy. The statement follows Western calls to halt certain activities, which Tehran insists are peaceful and defensive.
The US and Israel launched a full-scale war against Iran on February 28. After 100 days, Tehran's nuclear and military programs are destroyed, Supreme Leader Khamenei is dead, and the economy has suffered $270 billion in damage. The war has fundamentally changed Iran's position in the Middle East.
Iranian Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref announced that senior officials have reached a unified stance on negotiation proposals, signaling a consolidated front on foreign policy. The consensus, shared at a Tehran press conference, aims to support diplomatic efforts amid ongoing talks on the nuclear program and other international matters. Analysts view this as a preparatory step for easing tensions, though detailed proposals remain undisclosed.
Iran and the US have confirmed ongoing indirect message exchanges via intermediaries, with no direct talks established. Tensions appear to be easing slightly, but no breakthrough has been achieved. Analysts see limited prospects for a comprehensive deal soon.
The United States and Iran have reportedly reached a preliminary memorandum of understanding to extend the ceasefire by 60 days and begin negotiations to end the war. The deal covers shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, Iran's nuclear program, humanitarian aid, and sanctions relief. Both sides have yet to officially confirm the agreement.
Iran’s threats to close the Strait of Hormuz and recent attacks on its nuclear program are prompting a strategic shift in Tehran—from a nuclear-based defense doctrine to one centered on geographic control of the strait. This pivot has major domestic implications, including empowering southern regions and technocrats, and could reduce ideological tensions with Gulf neighbors and Israel.
