US-Iran peace deal remains elusive as Trump and Tehran trade conflicting claims
Summary
The possibility of a peace deal between the US and Iran is unclear due to mixed messages from both sides. While some officials say a deal is close, President Trump criticised Iran and no final agreement has been confirmed.Key Facts
- US and Iranian officials have given conflicting statements about the progress of peace talks.
- President Trump called Iranians “dishonorable” in social media posts after earlier suggesting a deal might be signed soon.
- Iranian news agencies denied any final deal was reached and shared a draft version.
- Pakistan’s Prime Minister claimed a peace deal text has been agreed, but gave no details.
- A senior US official said there is an 80-85% chance a deal will be signed soon but noted internal disagreements.
- Iran wants to keep control over the Strait of Hormuz, a key oil shipping route; the US wants it reopened for free shipping.
- Both sides discuss lifting economic sanctions if Iran complies with the deal.
- Recent escalations in conflict between Iran, Israel, and the US have complicated talks.
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