- Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that the United States and Iran have agreed to a framework for a peace deal to end the months-long conflict in the Middle East, with a final text reportedly reached.
- Pakistan is preparing for an electronic signing of the deal within the next 24 hours, to be followed by technical-level talks next week, with Geneva suggested as a possible venue for the signing.
- Donald Trump, reportedly seeking to secure a deal before the G7 summit, issued contradictory statements, initially suggesting an agreement was approved but later accusing Iran of leaking “Fake News” terms and being “dishonorable”.
- US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent expressed optimism that a peace deal could be secured as early as this weekend or Monday, predicting it would lead to lower energy prices for Americans.
- The United Arab Emirates has agreed to unlock billions of dollars for Iran, with over $3 billion already delivered, marking a tactical shift amidst broader negotiations between Tehran and Washington.
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