On May 23, 2026, President Donald Trump posted on social media that a deal with Iran has been largely negotiated, with final details under discussion and an announcement expected shortly. The statement included reopening the Strait of Hormuz and referenced prior consultations with leaders from Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Pakistan, Turkey, Egypt, Jordan, Bahrain, and Israel. A regional official cited by PBS NewsHour described significant progress toward ending hostilities that began with U.S. combat operations in February 2026.