ToplineThe U.S. and Iran have reached a tentative agreement toward ending the military conflict, though President Donald Trump has yet to sign off on the deal that would mark the most significant progress to date in the negotiations, according to multiple reports. President Donald Trump looks on during a cabinet meeting in the Cabinet Room of the White House in Washington, DC, on May 27, 2026. (Photo by Kent NISHIMURA / AFP via Getty Images)AFP via Getty ImagesKey FactsThe memorandum of understanding would extend the ceasefire by 60 days and restart negotiations surrounding Iran’s nuclear program, Axios first reported, citing two unnamed U.S. officials and a third source involved in the talks. Atlantic staff writer Vivian Salama also confirmed the Axios report from unnamed U.S. sources. U.S. and Iranian negotiators mostly agreed to the terms of the deal as of Tuesday, but needed sign off from senior leadership, according to Axios. Trump reportedly said he wanted several days to decide. The Strait of Hormuz would be reopened, and Iran would have to remove all mines there within 30 days, according to Axios.Iran would also reportedly agree not to pursue a nuclear weapon and begin discussions on how to dispose of its enriched uranium.What Else Does The Deal Include?The U.S. would relieve some sanctions against Iran and help facilitate humanitarian aid, Axios reported. Israel and Hezbollah would also agree to end their war in Lebanon. This is a developing story and will be updated.