Trump ends Iran meeting without announcing ‘final determination’ on deal
Trump's Truth Social statement left unclear which of his conditions are already part of a deal that negotiators are working on to pause the U.S.-Iran war.
TL;DR
- President Trump concluded a meeting in the White House Situation Room without announcing a final decision on a deal to pause the Iran war.
- Trump had previously stated conditions including Iran never having a nuclear weapon and the Strait of Hormuz being open for unrestricted shipping.
- Iranian state news outlet Fars disputed some of Trump's claims, stating they contradicted the draft agreement's text.
- A White House official confirmed a preliminary 60-day memorandum of understanding to extend the ceasefire and set up nuclear talks.
- The draft deal reportedly includes lifting restrictions in the strait, Iran removing mines, and the U.S. lifting its blockade.
- Recent tensions included Iran launching ballistic missiles and deploying drones, while the U.S. announced new sanctions.
- Iranian officials appeared defiant, and Oman was reportedly in talks with Iran about charging vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz.