Trump repeats claims that Iran deal is only 'days' away, despite recent strikes
Speaking to reporters after attending the NBA Finals in New York, Trump said the two parties are in the final stages of a "very, very good deal".
TL;DR
- President Trump believes a deal to end the Iran war is days away and would immediately reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
- A White House official confirmed that negotiations for a deal preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons are progressing rapidly.
- A recent fragile ceasefire was tested by strikes exchanged between Iran and Israel.
- Iran threatened to resume hostilities if Israel continues to attack Lebanon.
- Oil prices fell upon the news of potential negotiations.