Trump says agreement to be signed Sunday, Iran pushes back on timing

US President Donald Trump stated that an agreement with Iran is set to be signed virtually on Sunday, marking a potential breakthrough in negotiations. However, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps rejected the timeline, confirming the memorandum of understanding has not yet been finalized. Qatari negotiators, acting alongside US officials, traveled to Tehran to assist in finalizing the deal, though conflicting statements from both sides persist. The funeral of the late Supreme Leader Ali Hosseini Khamenei, killed in a joint US-Israeli airstrike on February 28, will take place over five days, beginning with a two-day farewell in Tehran on July 4. A procession will then move through the capital before continuing to Qom on July 5, with a final burial in Mashhad on July 9. Khamenei’s death triggered celebrations among opponents of his rule and mourning among loyalists, while his successor, Mojtaba Khamenei, has yet to appear publicly despite assuming leadership. Despite diplomatic efforts, Iran has continued targeting vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, raising concerns in Washington. Trump recently announced a potential ‘great settlement’ to resolve the ongoing conflict, though no formal agreement has been reached. The US also reported downing Iranian drones in recent days, signaling persistent military tensions alongside diplomatic negotiations. The signing of the memorandum, if finalized, would initiate a 60-day period for further negotiations, according to a US official. However, Iran’s insistence on unresolved details suggests delays remain possible. The situation reflects broader geopolitical tensions, with regional stability hanging on the outcome of these talks.