A Qatari delegation arrived in Tehran on Sunday as part of mediation efforts aimed at ending the months-long war between Iran and the United States, according to Iranian media reports. The delegation includes an adviser to Qatar’s foreign minister, as reported by Iran’s ISNA news agency, citing AFP.

Iran’s Tasnim news agency stated that the purpose of the visit is to review recent progress in the diplomatic process. The trip comes at a time when diplomatic discussions between the United States and Iran continue in an effort to resolve the broader conflict in the Middle East.

The visit underscores Qatar’s ongoing role in facilitating dialogue between the two nations, though details of the discussions and potential outcomes have not been disclosed.

Four major Iranian banks have been targeted in a cyberattack, according to the country’s Banking Coordination Council. The affected institutions include Bank Melli, Bank Tejarat, Bank Saderat, and the Export Development Bank of Iran. The attack focused on the shared communication infrastructure used by these banks, temporarily disrupting some banking services.

Authorities reported that immediate protective measures were taken following the incident. The council confirmed that hackers did not gain access to customer information and no data was deleted. Efforts are currently underway to fully restore normal operations.

The report, citing Al Jazeera, did not specify the origin of the attack or the extent of the disruption beyond temporary service impacts.

U.S. President Donald Trump announced that an agreement with Iran would be signed on Sunday, but Iranian officials have not yet issued a final decision. According to Al Jazeera, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that Tehran is still reviewing the draft memorandum of understanding. More than 24 hours have passed since his statement, yet no official confirmation has been made.

Araghchi explained that the proposed agreement consists of two phases. The first phase focuses on ending the ongoing war, while key issues such as nuclear matters and sanctions will be addressed in a second, 60-day phase. He added that both supporters and opponents of the deal exist within Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, and a collective decision will ultimately be reached.

Araghchi also noted that Lebanon would not be excluded from the agreement and that discussions include lifting the naval blockade and establishing new management for the Strait of Hormuz. Al Jazeera’s correspondent in Tehran reported that the deal could be completed on Sunday or within the next few days.

Protesters gathered outside Iran’s Foreign Ministry office in Mashhad on Saturday to oppose an upcoming agreement between the United States and Iran, which US President Donald Trump said would be signed on Sunday. Videos shared by the Fars news agency showed women in black chadors waving red and black flags and chanting slogans against Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi.

The demonstrations come as the proposed peace deal, mediated by Pakistan, faces resistance from Iran’s hardline leaders. They argue that the agreement does not serve Iran’s national interests and could weaken Tehran’s influence in the Strait of Hormuz. Critics also claim that Iranian negotiators have made excessive concessions to secure the deal.

Additional footage circulating on social media showed protesters in front of the Foreign Ministry in Tehran demanding the resignation of Parliament Speaker and chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf.

U.S. President Donald Trump and Pakistani officials said a preliminary peace agreement to end the ongoing Middle East war could be signed on Sunday. Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif stated that both sides had agreed on a framework and were preparing for an electronic signing, followed by technical-level discussions next week. Trump posted on social media that the deal with Iran would be signed Sunday and that the Strait of Hormuz would reopen for all after the signing, alleging Iran had restricted navigation there.

Tehran, however, adopted a cautious stance. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei urged restraint in commenting on the signing date, saying it would not occur on Sunday but could happen within days. He noted that uncertainty from the other side required Iran to remain careful about the process.

The differing statements highlight optimism from Washington and Islamabad about a swift agreement, while Tehran remains reserved about the timeline and its commitments.

Iran and the United States are reportedly nearing a new agreement, with speculation that it could be finalized soon. According to a statement on Donald Trump’s Truth Social, the deal might have been expected on Sunday, coinciding with the former US president’s birthday. However, Tehran University professor Fouad Azadi told Al Jazeera that Iranian officials are unlikely to sign the deal that day to avoid giving Trump the impression of receiving a “birthday gift.” Azadi noted that public sentiment in Iran remains optimistic about a possible agreement within days.

Azadi explained that Iran does not want to create a situation where Trump could claim personal credit, citing his alleged involvement in serious war crimes. He further stated that even if a deal is reached, genuine friendship among the United States, Iran, and Israel remains unlikely. As long as Washington continues policies supporting Israeli dominance in the Middle East, normalization will not occur.

Azadi added that ongoing conflicts have permanently altered the region’s security structure, reflecting deep mistrust and geopolitical shifts across the Middle East.

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Truth Social that a potential agreement with Iran could be signed on Sunday, promising that the Strait of Hormuz would reopen immediately afterward. He added that the U.S. would later collect and neutralize underground nuclear debris in Iran or the United States. Trump expressed hope for a smooth process but warned of a “final option” if talks failed. Iran has not officially responded, and some of Trump’s remarks appear to contradict earlier Iranian statements about the timing of the memorandum of understanding.

Al Jazeera reported that Tehran acknowledged progress in the talks and that the draft text was under review by Iran’s National Security Council and the office of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei. An Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson said the deal would not be signed Sunday but likely within days. Analysts noted growing optimism compared to previous rounds, though regional conflicts, including in Lebanon, could still disrupt diplomacy.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer voiced support for a sustainable peace deal in a phone call with Trump, while experts cautioned that despite optimism, uncertainty and political maneuvering could still affect the outcome.

Iran has announced the funeral and burial schedule for its late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed on February 28 in a joint U.S.-Israel airstrike. State media confirmed that the multi-stage ceremonies will take place in July across several cities. Farewell events will be held in Tehran on July 4 and 5, followed by the main funeral on July 6. Additional prayers will occur in the holy city of Qom on July 7, and the burial will take place on July 9 at the Imam Reza shrine in Mashhad, in accordance with Khamenei’s final wish.

Tehran’s deputy mayor Mohammad Amin Tavakoli-Zadeh said the capital’s funeral event could last at least 24 hours, with an estimated 15 to 20 million participants expected. Following Khamenei’s death, his son Mojtaba Khamenei assumed the role of Iran’s new Supreme Leader in early March.

The ceremonies are expected to draw massive national attention, marking the end of an era in Iran’s leadership and the beginning of a new chapter under Mojtaba Khamenei.

Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif stated that a peace agreement between Iran and the United States could be finalized within the next 24 hours, based on the progress of ongoing discussions. In a message posted on social media platform X, he said that once the deal is concluded, it may be signed electronically. Technical-level discussions are expected to follow next week.

Sharif praised both the United States and Iran for their commitment to the negotiation process and expressed gratitude to regional countries for their support. He described the potential agreement as a historic peace deal that could lay a strong foundation for lasting stability.

The report, citing Al Jazeera, did not provide further details on the specific terms of the proposed agreement or the issues under negotiation.

Iran’s Chief Justice Gholam Hossein Mohseni Ejei stated that Iranians do not trust the United States at all, citing historical events and realities as the root of this distrust. He made the remarks while referring to last year’s 12-day war, emphasizing that the sentiment stems from past experiences.

Ejei also recalled that on February 28, during the first day of the ongoing war, Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in a joint attack by the United States and Israel. Following his death, a three-member interim council was formed to lead Tehran, with Ejei serving as one of its members.

He claimed that Iran has succeeded in “beheading its enemies” and “cutting off the hands of aggressors” during the conflict, portraying the country’s actions as a strong response to external aggression.

Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari, Iran’s deputy army coordinator, stated that the Strait of Hormuz is under the firm control of Iran’s armed forces. He emphasized that no vessel can enter this strategic waterway without Iran’s permission. Sayyari made the remarks on Friday during a televised program, where he also discussed Iran’s drone deployment capabilities.

He noted that Iranian drones can be prepared for operation in a very short time, even under adverse conditions. According to Sayyari, Iran’s drone technology is highly advanced, and its production is being rapidly expanded. He reiterated that both the Strait of Hormuz and the Persian Gulf are under the strong control of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy.

The statement underscores Iran’s assertion of authority over key maritime routes critical to regional and global trade, as reported by Tasnim news agency.

Major General Ali Abdollahi, commander of Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, stated that the world will soon hear the echo of Tehran’s victory over its aggressive enemies. He made the remarks on Friday during a memorial event in Dezful honoring Major General Gholamali Rashid and his son Amin Abbas Rashid on their martyrdom anniversary.

In his message, Abdollahi said that Iran’s enemies believed killing its military leaders would weaken the country’s defense system, but they underestimated the legacy of knowledge, experience, and strategic thinking left by the martyrs. He emphasized that Iran’s current armed forces commanders are following the same guidance to skillfully manage complex hybrid warfare.

Abdollahi added that Iran’s defenders across land, sea, and air have become symbols of active resistance and national dignity, expressing confidence that the world will soon witness Iran’s triumph against aggressors and terrorists.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that no memorandum of understanding has yet been signed with the United States. He said the proposed agreement would declare an end to conflicts across all battlefronts, including Lebanon. Araghchi made the remarks in an interview with Iran’s state broadcaster IRIB.

According to Araghchi, the memorandum would also include lifting the US naval blockade on the Strait of Hormuz and Iran. He noted that negotiators have revised the draft several times, while nuclear issues have been deferred to a second phase of discussions after Tehran rejected Washington’s demands. Araghchi emphasized that Lebanon would be part of the agreement, reaffirming Iran’s commitment not to leave Lebanon isolated.

The comments, reported by Middle East Eye, indicate ongoing but incomplete negotiations between Tehran and Washington, with the scope of the proposed memorandum extending beyond bilateral issues to regional conflict resolution.

Iran has intensified efforts to secure its stockpiles of highly enriched uranium, according to a CNN report citing five sources familiar with US intelligence. The report states that Tehran has dismantled parts of its stockpile and implemented additional measures to restrict access to facilities believed to contain the material.

According to the same report, Iran has filled tunnels and placed explosive mines at some entry points, making access to the uranium stockpiles significantly more difficult, dangerous, and time-consuming compared to a month earlier. Meanwhile, CNN, citing US intelligence and military sources, reported that US President Donald Trump has temporarily suspended a high-risk ground operation by American forces intended to seize the enriched uranium stored in Iran’s underground tunnels.

The developments highlight rising tensions over Iran’s nuclear materials and the security measures surrounding them, as both sides appear to be reassessing their next steps.

US President Donald Trump has expressed willingness to ease sanctions on Iran if Tehran adheres to the terms of a future agreement, according to a report by the Times of Israel citing a US official. The official stated that Washington welcomed Iran’s reported commitment not to pursue nuclear weapons but emphasized that any deal would require thorough verification before full implementation.

Earlier, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said no memorandum of understanding had yet been signed with the United States. In an interview with Press TV, he explained that the proposed agreement would include commitments to end hostilities across the region, resolve navigation issues in the Strait of Hormuz, and ensure mutual respect for sovereignty and non-interference.

Araghchi added that discussions were ongoing and that the nuclear issue would be addressed in a later phase, as Tehran had rejected Washington’s current demands on that matter.