Former President Donald Trump will meet with the leaders of Egypt, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates on the sidelines of the G7 summit in France beginning June 15 to discuss efforts to wind down the war in Iran and to clear mines from the Strait of Hormuz [1, 2, 3]. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said the deal aimed at ending the conflict in Iran is closer than ever and expected to be finalized within 24 hours, with plans for an electronic signing [1]. "We would like to thank United States of America and Islamic Republic of Iran for their ongoing commitment during the negotiations, and we extend our sincere appreciation to our brothers in the region for their support," Sharif stated [1].
There are reports the United States and Iran are close to an agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, possibly signed as soon as Sunday, June 14, on the margins of the G7 summit, though Pakistan’s statement did not specify a date beyond the 24-hour timeframe [1, 2]. Trump’s schedule at the G7 reportedly includes meetings with French and Indian leaders as well, although some sources differentiate those meetings from his talks with Middle Eastern leaders [1, 2, 3]. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is not expected to attend the Middle East sessions [3].
The G7 summit officially starts in France on June 15, with bilateral meetings between Trump and Middle Eastern leaders planned for June 16 [1, 3]. The anticipated signing of the Strait of Hormuz agreement could come as early as today, June 14, coinciding with the opening events of the summit [2].
