Pakistan, June 13 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has expressed optimism that a draft agreement between Iran and the United States (US) could be finalized and signed within days, marking a potentially significant step toward easing tensions between the two countries.

Speaking in an interview with Iranian state television, Araghchi said the agreement would initially be signed remotely through digital means before being formally announced by both sides. He noted that negotiations were in their final stages and voiced confidence that the process could be completed soon.

According to Araghchi, the draft memorandum of understanding could pave the way for reopening the strategically important Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping rout...