US and Iran close to temporary truce, Pakistani officials claim
Pakistani officials claim the US and Iran are nearing a temporary truce in the Middle East, with a basic interim deal potentially reached this weekend. Tehran is reportedly reviewing a US proposal, though past negotiations for a permanent end to hostilities have stalled.
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Open questions and key claims
US President Donald Trump stated he has had 'very good talks' with Iran and that a deal is 'very possible'.
Trump threatened to resume bombing if negotiations fall apart and Iran does not suspend its nuclear program and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman downplayed reports of a close agreement, calling them exaggerated.
Iran launched missiles and drones at the United Arab Emirates when Donald Trump launched a short-lived effort to support shipping.
US and Iran are close to a temporary agreement to halt the war in the Middle East, Pakistani officials claimed.
A very basic “interim” deal could be reached as early as this weekend and that Tehran was reviewing a US proposal.
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