Iran has indicated that a potential agreement with the United States is nearing completion, but Tehran has made it clear that no final deal will be signed unless its key conditions are fully addressed. Iranian officials stressed that several issues remain under discussion and that a final decision has not yet been taken.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said the proposed memorandum of understanding is close to being finalized, describing negotiations as the nearest they have been to a breakthrough. However, he emphasized that the text is still subject to review and possible changes before approval by Iran's leadership.
According to reports, Tehran has insisted that its "red lines" must be respected before any agreement is signed. Iranian officials have reiterated demands related to sanctions relief, regional security arrangements, and guarantees regarding future negotiations, while also maintaining that discussions on the nuclear issue would continue during a subsequent implementation phase.
In a notable development, Iranian sources suggested that the agreement could be signed remotely rather than through a traditional face-to-face ceremony. Araghchi reportedly stated that a memorandum could be finalized and signed digitally in the coming days if both sides complete the remaining consultations and approve the final wording.
The possibility of a remote signing comes amid continued uncertainty over the venue and timing of any formal announcement. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said speculation regarding the location or date of signing is premature, noting that Tehran's decision-making bodies are still reviewing the proposal.
Meanwhile, U.S. officials have expressed growing optimism that an agreement could be reached soon. Washington believes the two sides are close to a deal that could reopen the Strait of Hormuz, ease regional tensions, and establish a framework for future nuclear negotiations. However, both governments acknowledge that several technical and political details remain unresolved.
Despite the positive signals, Tehran continues to insist that no agreement is guaranteed. Iranian leaders have warned that if their conditions are not met, the final memorandum will not be signed, underscoring that negotiations remain ongoing and subject to approval at the highest levels of government.
