US President Donald Trump made striking statements indicating the approaching end of the military and political confrontation with Iran, asserting that his administration succeeded in curbing Tehran's nuclear ambitions. Trump clarified to a crowd of his supporters in New York State that things would end very soon and in a way that would positively impact the American economy and cost of living.
The American President stressed that Iran would not be given any opportunity to possess nuclear weapons under any circumstances, noting that the pressures exerted by Washington had begun to bear fruit. Trump predicted that the world would witness unprecedented figures in terms of economic gains, pointing out that commodity and car prices would see a significant decrease once this issue is resolved.
Meanwhile, responsible sources in the White House confirmed that the President's general inclination is towards a diplomatic solution, but it remains conditional on the extent of Tehran's response to American demands. The sources added that Washington would not hesitate to take firm measures if the Iranian leadership refused to conclude an agreement that guarantees international security and stability.
The sources indicated that the success of the 'Epic Fury' operations, economic pressures, and the imposed blockade, gave the American administration the initiative in the ongoing negotiations. They affirmed that Trump has enough time to reach the 'best possible agreement', stressing that he will not be drawn into signing any 'bad' or hasty agreement that does not serve American interests.
On the ground and diplomatic front, press reports revealed that Trump held an emergency meeting with senior members of the national security team to discuss scenarios for dealing with the Iranian file. The President received a comprehensive briefing on the status of current negotiations and alternative plans in case the political path collapses, reflecting the seriousness of the American position.
In a move that fueled speculation about the criticality of the coming hours, Trump canceled his usual schedule and decided to stay in Washington over the weekend. The President announced his apology for not attending his son 'Donald Jr.'s' wedding, justifying it by the existence of urgent governmental circumstances requiring his direct presence at the decision-making center.
In parallel, media reports stated that the US military raised its readiness for the possibility of launching new airstrikes against Iranian targets. These preparations come as a final pressure message coinciding with the intense diplomatic efforts led by regional parties in the Iranian capital, Tehran.
For its part, Tehran received Pakistani Army Chief Marshal Asim Munir, in a visit described as 'the last chance' to bridge the views between Washington and Tehran. Islamabad seeks through this move to prevent the resumption of an all-out war and find a consensual formula that satisfies both parties and ends the escalating tension.
Mediation was not limited to the Pakistani side, as a high-level Qatari delegation arrived in Tehran to participate in overcoming obstacles to the anticipated agreement. Doha is working in coordination with international parties to ensure that the region does not slide into a widespread military confrontation that could get out of control.
In contrast, the Iranian Foreign Ministry expressed cautious optimism, confirming that talks are still ongoing despite the existence of fundamental contentious issues that have not yet been resolved. Iranian sources indicated that talking about an imminent agreement might be premature unless comprehensive understandings are reached on all points.
Sources close to the Iranian negotiating team clarified that Tehran's primary focus is currently on 'ending the war' and fully lifting the restrictions imposed on it. The sources stressed that the Iranian side would not move to discuss any secondary issues before obtaining final guarantees of a cessation of hostilities.
Despite the complexities, Iranian sources acknowledged significant progress in some files compared to previous negotiation rounds, thanks to the efforts of mediators. However, reaching the final wording remains contingent on Washington's flexibility in dealing with Iranian demands related to sovereignty and security.
The intense diplomatic movements, including the presence of the Pakistani Interior Minister in Tehran for two days, indicate that negotiations have entered a 'bottleneck' phase. Mediators are currently trying to narrow the gaps in views on the mechanisms for implementing the agreement and guarantees of adherence to it by both parties.
Anticipation remains the master of the situation in world capitals, as eyes turn to Washington and Tehran to see whether the coming hours will bring a historic agreement or military escalation. Trump's statements about an 'imminent end' remain the most prominent indicator of the possibility of a dramatic breakthrough in this thorny issue.
We stopped them... They will never get a nuclear weapon, and we will end this very soon.
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Trump expects an imminent end to the conflict with Iran amidst intense diplomatic activity in Tehran