President Donald Trump said negotiations with Iran are progressing positively and a deal could be reached within two to three days [1].
These developments signal a potential shift in regional stability as the U.S. attempts to resolve long-standing tensions through a combination of economic pressure and diplomacy.
Speaking during a White House press briefing, Trump said the situation with Iran is going quite well [2]. He said the U.S. maintains ongoing negotiations with Tehran and that the process has not stopped [3]. According to Trump, the talks are moving forward because both sides agreed to halt hostilities, a move he said was coordinated through him.
"They were going back and forth, and now they both agreed through me to stop, and we're in the final throes of what will be a very, very good deal," Trump said [1].
Despite the optimism regarding a diplomatic breakthrough, the U.S. has maintained a strict economic stance. Trump said the blockade remains fully effective, which continues to cut off oil and economic activity for the Iranian government [4].
Other reports suggest a different timeline for the resolution of the conflict. While some sources cite the potential for a deal in a few days, other reports indicate Trump believes the U.S. will achieve a total victory over Iran within two weeks [5].
Regional volatility remains a factor in the negotiations. Recent strikes between Israel and Iran have occurred, though Trump said these events will not affect the peace deal [6]. This suggests the administration is attempting to decouple bilateral negotiations from broader regional skirmishes to ensure the agreement remains on track.
“"The situation with Iran is going quite well."”
The administration is utilizing a 'maximum pressure' strategy, pairing a strict economic blockade with direct diplomatic channels. By claiming that regional strikes between Israel and Iran will not derail the talks, the White House is attempting to project stability and control over the timeline of a potential agreement.
