Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestylePresident Donald Trump (Getty)US and Iranian officials are engaged in negotiations for a comprehensive peace deal, with both sides agreeing on many points but key sticking points, particularly Iran's nuclear ambitions, still unresolved. The proposed framework includes ending the war, lifting a US naval blockade, and Iran guaranteeing safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, as outlined by Iranian foreign ministry officials. Iran's initial draft for an agreement focuses on ending the war, unfreezing assets, lifting the blockade, and freedom to sell oil, with no commitments regarding its nuclear programme in this phase. A US administration official suggested Iran had agreed in principle to open the Strait of Hormuz and dispose of highly enriched uranium, though Iranian sources indicated the initial deal would not cover nuclear issues. More complex matters, such as Iran's nuclear programme, sanctions relief, and the fate of its ballistic missiles, are expected to be addressed after an initial agreement. In fullWhat could a peace deal between Iran and the US look like?Thank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in