Trump says Iran attack on ‘hold’: What we know about latest negotiations
President Trump has paused a planned attack on Iran following new peace negotiations initiated by Tehran. The ceasefire has largely reduced hostilities, but a lasting agreement remains difficult to achieve. Key sticking points include Iran's nuclear program and sanctions relief.
- ▪Trump announced a pause on the planned attack on Iran due to serious negotiations.
- ▪Iran has submitted a revised 14-point peace plan through a mediator.
- ▪The US and Iran have exchanged multiple proposals amid a ceasefire that has mostly halted fighting.
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- ▪ Trump says he paused attack on Iran as negotiations continue — Japan Times
- ▪ Trump says he paused attack on Iran as negotiations continue — Straits Times — World
- ▪ Markets set to open down after record week as Iran negotiations continue — Quartz
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EXPLAINERNews|ConflictTrump says Iran attack on ‘hold’: What we know about latest negotiationsTehran said its demands for peace include lifting sanctions against Iran but other sticking points likely to remain.ListenListen (7 mins)SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on Googleinfoplay videoplay videoVideo Duration 06 minutes 55 seconds play-arrow06:55Trump calls off ‘planned attack’ on Iran, citing 'serious negotiations'By Sarah ShamimPublished On 19 May 202619 May 2026United States President Donald Trump says he has decided to pause an attack on Iran at the behest of Gulf leaders after Tehran sent a new peace proposal to Washington through Pakistan.On Monday, Trump said there is now a “very good chance” the US could…
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