Iranian Agency Fars Rejects Claims of Imminent Nuclear Deal Signing

TEHRAN — The Iranian state-run news agency Fars stated Wednesday that no final agreement has been reached regarding nuclear negotiations, dismissing reports suggesting a deal is set to be signed over the weekend.

The clarification came in response to announcements from former U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration indicating an imminent conclusion to months of diplomatic talks between Iran and Western powers. Officials have signaled that key terms are finalized and preparations for a signing ceremony are underway, though no official text has been released by either side.

In its statement issued Wednesday evening local time, Fars emphasized that any claim regarding the completion of negotiations is invalid until formally approved within Iran’s domestic political framework. The agency noted that while preliminary discussions have taken place between technical teams and senior diplomats in Vienna, final ratification requires approval from Iranian legislative bodies before it can be considered binding.

"Any announcement made prior to internal validation has no legal or diplomatic standing," the statement read. "The process remains ongoing until all constitutional requirements are met within the Islamic Republic."

Diplomatic sources familiar with the negotiations have indicated that significant progress was achieved during a series of closed-door meetings held earlier this week in Geneva and Vienna. Participants reportedly addressed key sticking points, including sanctions relief mechanisms, uranium enrichment limits, and inspection protocols for Iranian nuclear facilities.

However, Iranian officials maintain that public declarations from foreign governments do not constitute official confirmation of an agreement’s status under their own legal system. The country has historically required parliamentary review before ratifying major international accords involving national security or economic sovereignty.

The U.S. State Department did not immediately respond to requests for comment on the timing and substance of any potential signing event scheduled for later this weekend in Europe. European Union representatives involved in the talks have similarly declined to confirm details, citing confidentiality protocols during active negotiations.

Analysts note that while momentum appears strong toward a resolution, procedural hurdles within Iran could delay or alter final terms even if technical agreements are already settled between negotiating teams. The outcome will likely depend on how quickly domestic institutions can process and approve the proposed framework.

As of Wednesday night, no official joint statement had been issued by either party confirming readiness to sign. Observers await further developments as diplomats prepare for what could be a pivotal moment in Middle East diplomacy.