The Donald Trump administration rejected Iranian state media claims that a draft framework for a memorandum of understanding (MoU) had been prepared between Tehran and Washington to end the ongoing conflict. The White House has termed the report “a complete fabrication”.
The clarification came after Iranian state television reported that a preliminary peace framework had been circulated between the two sides as part of ongoing negotiations over de-escalation and regional security arrangements, Hindustan Times reported.
US rejects Iranian claims on draft peace framework
The White House communication page Rapid Response 47 dismissed the report and urged caution over Iranian media claims.
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“This report from Iranian-controlled media is not true and the MOU they ‘released’ is a complete fabrication. Nobody should believe what Iranian state media is putting out. FACTS MATTER,” the statement said.
This report from Iranian controlled media is not true and the MOU they “released” is a complete fabrication. Nobody should believe what Iranian state media is putting out. FACTS MATTER. https://t.co/agpTnBSgKu
— Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) May 27, 2026
The Iranian media report had claimed that the draft framework included provisions to restore commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz to pre-conflict levels within one month. It also alleged that the United States would withdraw military forces from areas near Iran and lift a naval blockade, HT reported.
According to the report, Iran would oversee maritime movement through the Strait of Hormuz in coordination with Oman, while military vessels would be excluded from the arrangement. It also claimed that any agreement would require verification and could be finalised within 60 days through a United Nations Security Council resolution.
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Negotiations continue amid key sticking points
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said negotiations could continue for several more days, despite earlier optimism expressed by US President Donald Trump.
Major unresolved issues include control over the Strait of Hormuz and the dismantling of Iran’s nuclear infrastructure. The strait remains a critical global energy route.
President Trump is expected to chair a cabinet meeting at Camp David focused on ending the conflict. He has warned that military action could resume if talks fail.
