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Efforts to end the Iran conflict appear to be gaining momentum, with diplomats and regional leaders indicating that a ceasefire agreement may be within reach.
According to a senior U.S. official, President Donald Trump is expected to use next week’s G7 summit in France to discuss plans for clearing mines from the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global shipping route.
Britain and France have reportedly expressed willingness to support demining operations if fighting pauses.
The summit, which begins Monday, is also expected to include separate meetings between Trump and the leaders of Egypt, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates to explore ways to de-escalate the conflict.
At the same time, reports suggest the UAE could release billions of dollars in funding to Iran if a ceasefire is secured.
The development comes after Iran carried out strikes involving drones in the early stages of the war, including attacks that drew global attention in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said negotiations were advancing quickly and described a deal as “closer than ever before.”
He added that Pakistan was preparing for the electronic signing of an agreement, with technical discussions expected to follow next week.
“We would like to thank the United States and Iran for their continued engagement in the negotiations,” Sharif said, while also acknowledging the role of regional partners in supporting the talks.
Despite the optimistic tone from some mediators, Iran’s foreign ministry signaled a more cautious position. Spokesperson Esmail Baghaei said an agreement was not expected immediately, though he acknowledged it could happen in the coming days.
He also noted that the current memorandum under discussion is focused specifically on ending the war and does not include negotiations over Iran’s nuclear program.
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