Trump expresses optimism a deal with Iran could be reached soon, but skepticism looms
Trump said talks with Iran have been very good and a deal could come before his trip to China next week, despite Tehran’s rejection of U.S. proposals.
- President Donald Trump expressed optimism on Wednesday about reaching a peace deal with Iran before his trip to China next week, where he is scheduled to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping.
- The White House sent Iran a memorandum proposing a moratorium on uranium enrichment, lifting sanctions, and reopening the Strait of Hormuz; Trump cancelled 'Project Freedom' less than 48 hours after announcing it to prioritize peace talks.
- Military action accompanied diplomatic efforts when the United States disabled an Iranian oil tanker for bypassing blockades on Wednesday, while Trump posted social media threats that "the bombing starts, and it will be, sadly, at a much higher level."
- Tehran rejected the initial American proposals but said it is still examining the offer; Pakistan's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Tahir Andrabi said on Thursday, "We expect an agreement sooner rather than later."
- Negotiations face a fundamental obstacle: Iran's Supreme Leader stated last week the country will not abandon its nuclear and missile capabilities, a position the White House considers a nonstarter for any agreement.
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(NBC)- A mixed picture is emerging in the Middle East as new military confrontations unfold alongside growing hopes for a possible agreement between the United States and Iran. U.S. Central Command says an American fighter jet fired on and disabled an Iranian oil tanker after the vessel allegedly ignored warnings and attempted to bypass the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports. President Donald Trump defended the blockade, describing it as “a wall of …
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