The U.S. and Iran have been in active negotiations toward a framework agreement to end the war that began in February 2026, with document signing potentially scheduled for the near future and the Strait of Hormuz expected to reopen if a deal is reached. VP Vance has discussed the talks as progressing and holding promise, though Trump has not yet approved a final deal. Multiple outlets note that precise terms remain unclear and there is some disagreement over the exact timeline for implementation. If finalized, the agreement would end one of the most significant conflicts of Trump's second term and restore one of the world's most critical shipping routes, which has been effectively blockaded since the war began.