Evidence

Multiple independent mainstream outlets corroborate that US officials briefed reporters that a US-Iran deal (centered on reopening the Strait of Hormuz) could be signed within roughly 48 hours. Al Jazeera's August 5, 2026 report states nearly verbatim: 'A deal between the US and Iran could be signed within 48 hours, according to US officials,' and a companion Al Jazeera piece quotes Trump himself saying, when asked if a deal was imminent, that they would 'know in 48 hours.' CNBC and ABC News also covered the same period reporting Trump 'teasing' an imminent deal and ongoing Oman-mediated talks. This mirrors a recurring pattern seen earlier in the conflict: Axios reported in May 2026 that US officials said Iran was expected to respond 'within 48 hours' to a one-page memorandum of understanding, and CBS News reported in June 2026 that senior US officials said the deal text would be released within '24 to 48 hours.' No dedicated fact-check from Reuters Fact Check, AFP Fact Check, Bellingcat, or EUvsDisinfo specifically assessing this claim was found in searches.