Pakistan PM says Iran-US peace deal text finalized

Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that a final peace deal text between Iran and the United States has been agreed upon and could be electronically signed within 24 hours. Sharif stated that Pakistan is preparing for the electronic signing immediately after finalization, expressing confidence that the deal will form a strong foundation for lasting peace. However, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei disputed this timeline, suggesting a signing would not occur tomorrow but could happen in the coming days, citing caution due to instability from the other party.

President Trump reposted Sharif's statement on social media. Earlier, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi had indicated a deal was very close, urging media to refrain from sharing leaked details. A U.S. official told NewsNation that the deal was 75 percent complete and would prohibit Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon while reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

Qatar's Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani expressed support for Pakistan's mediation efforts in a call with Sharif. Switzerland has offered to host a potential signing ceremony, and Pakistan's Foreign Minister is reportedly traveling to Geneva.