Trump ponders whether to move forward with Iran deal but hasn't yet decided
U.S. President Donald Trump is deliberating on a potential deal to extend the Iran ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. A recent meeting with national security aides concluded without a decision, as Trump seeks terms that align with his demands regarding Iran's nuclear program. Iran has expressed skepticism about the negotiations, emphasizing the need for actions rather than words.
- ▪Trump held a meeting with advisers but has not made a decision on the Iran deal.
- ▪Iran's negotiator stated that the agreement has not been finalized and emphasized the importance of actions over words.
- ▪The proposed deal includes a 60-day ceasefire extension and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
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U.S. President Donald Trump held a White House Situation Room meeting with his advisers on Friday (May 29, 2026) but has not yet made a decision on whether to move forward with a deal to extend the Iran ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Iran said the agreement has not been finalised.Also read: West Asia war updates on May 30, 2026Ahead of the meeting, Mr. Trump said he was looking to make a “final determination”. A senior administration official later said the roughly two-hour meeting with national security aides had concluded without a decision.The official, who was not authorised to comment publicly and spoke on condition of anonymity, said Mr. Trump would only sign a deal that “satisfies his redlines” and curbs Iran’s nuclear ambitions. U.S.
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