Trump expects response from Iran 'tonight' on proposed peace deal
New York Post • • nation
Key Points:
- President Trump stated he expects to receive a letter from Iran "tonight" regarding a proposal to end hostilities in the region, potentially forming the basis for a broader treaty.
- The U.S. has offered to ease sanctions if Iran halts uranium enrichment and reopens commercial shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz.
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio highlighted internal divisions within the Iranian government as a possible obstacle and condemned Iran's attempts to control shipping in the Strait of Hormuz as unacceptable and illegal.
- Key negotiation challenges include the disposition of Iran's enriched uranium stockpile, with Trump insisting it be handed over to the U.S., and conditions for any future enrichment activities.
- In-person talks might resume as early as next week in Pakistan if a preliminary framework is agreed upon, though Trump did not confirm receiving Iran's response by late Friday night.
