Trump made another dramatic U-turn on Iran strikes amid claims of an imminent deal.
WASHINGTON – US President Donald Trump announced the cancellation of planned military strikes on Iran, saying that significant progress has been made in negotiations with Tehran and that they are close to reaching a final agreement.
Trump said discussions have reached Iran’s top leadership and that key elements of the proposed deal have received broad approval from the parties involved in the diplomatic process. He said the US will maintain its naval blockade of Iran until the deal is formally finalized and signed.
The announcement followed reports that Tehran had submitted a final memorandum of understanding (MoU) to Qatari mediators, fueling speculation that the months-long standoff could be on the verge of a diplomatic solution. However, Iranian officials and sources close to the talks quickly pushed back against Trump’s claims.
Iranian media affiliated with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) have reported, quoting an informed source, that no preliminary memorandum of understanding has been approved with the United States. Sources rejected reports that Tehran had ratified any final text, adding immediate uncertainty over the status of the talks.
The conflicting statements come after weeks of military tensions between Washington and Tehran. Trump recently authorized additional military action against Iran and warned of further escalation, a move seen by many analysts as an attempt to increase pressure on Tehran during negotiations.
Observers said the latest developments reflected a complex diplomatic and military strategy, with both sides trying to strengthen their positions before reaching any possible deal.
Israeli officials also appeared cautious about Trump’s announcement. An official said Israel had no information about the final deal and expressed surprise at the claim that Iran’s leadership had approved the deal.
Various accounts from Washington, Tehran and Tel Aviv have raised questions about how close the parties actually are to reaching a settlement. While Trump has stated that negotiations are in their final stages, Iranian sources continue to deny that any formal agreement has been approved.
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