Trump pauses ‘massive attack’ on Iran, says new talks to begin
U.S. President Trump announced that new talks with Iran are scheduled to begin on Monday. These discussions will take the form of a negotiation. This announcement follows President Trump's decision to pause what he described as a "massive attack" on Iran.
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Open questions and key claims
Trump claimed that the "perimeters of a deal" have been agreed upon with Iran.
The agreement would bring the "Immediate, Complete, and Total OPENING OF THE HORMUZ STRAIT" and end "Iran’s nuclear threat".
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) spoke to Donald Trump by phone urging dialogue to reduce escalation.
Iran warned against any 'adventurous action' by the US and stated it would retaliate decisively if American forces attack Iranian targets.
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman urged President Trump not to escalate the conflict with Iran.
The Saudi Crown Prince raised concerns about potential U.S. escalation in a phone call with President Trump.
President Trump is currently weighing whether to carry out new strikes on Iran.
Kuwait's army reported destroying hostile drones launched by Iran against vital facilities.
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