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Trump says renewed Iran strikes unlikely if talks progress

Outlets agree that President Trump conditioned avoiding future strikes on Iranian nuclear and maritime negotiation progress, with no reported points of disagreement.

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At a glance

  • President Trump stated that resuming military action against Iran is "highly unlikely" as long as diplomatic talks advance.123
  • Negotiations between the countries cover Iran's nuclear program and the Strait of Hormuz.12

President Trump stated that renewed U.S. attacks on Iran are "highly unlikely" if ongoing negotiations continue to make progress.123

The diplomatic discussions center on addressing Iran's nuclear program.123

Negotiations also involve issues related to the Strait of Hormuz.12

Where sources agree

  • Trump called renewed Iran strikes highly unlikely if talks move forward3 of 3
  • Negotiations address Iran's nuclear program3 of 3
  • Talks cover issues around the Strait of Hormuz2 of 3

Who covered this

3 National

Sources

  1. 1CNBCTrump says renewed Iran strikes ‘highly unlikely’ if talks progress but warns he could still strike ↗
  2. 2The HillTrump says he's 'unlikely' to renew attacks on Iran if talks show progress ↗
  3. 3New York PostTrump says return to war with Iran ‘highly unlikely’ as long as sides continue negotiations ↗

Based on reporting from these reputable newsrooms and reviewed by Orbit’s editors. A fact appears only when at least two sources report it. Orbit is not affiliated with these publishers.

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