EXPLAINERUS and Iran near a 60-day MoU aimed at reopening the Hormuz strait with talks slated on nuclear and other differences.Published On 29 May 2026Diplomatic efforts to preserve the ceasefire between the United States and Iran have continued behind the scenes, with officials signalling progress towards a framework that could open the door to formal negotiations after weeks of conflict and disruption across the Gulf and beyond.Despite the optimism, questions remain over the timing and scope of any agreement. Iranian media reports suggested discussions are continuing and that key details have yet to be finalised, while both sides continue to navigate sensitive issues, including Iran’s nuclear programme and security in the Gulf.Here is what we know:In Iran
US-Iran ceasefire talks: Washington and Tehran are close to a deal to extend their fragile ceasefire by 60 days and launch talks on Iran’s nuclear programme, though US President Donald Trump is yet to sign off on the agreement, American sources have told Al Jazeera. The proposed framework would keep shipping through the Strait of Hormuz unrestricted, require Iran to remove sea mines within 30 days, and see the US lift its naval blockade if commercial traffic resumes, reports suggest.
