Trump hints at resuming military operations against Iran and confirms a deal involving Hezbollah in Lebanon is close

US President Donald Trump revealed dramatic developments in the Iranian file, indicating the possibility of a high-level meeting with the Iranian side early next week. Trump explained in press statements from the White House that current indications suggest a comprehensive agreement with Tehran is close, describing the progress made in the negotiations as significant and unprecedented.

Despite the optimistic tone, the US President set a firm condition for the continuation of the truce, stressing that US forces would immediately resume combat operations if efforts to reach a final agreement faltered. Trump expressed hesitation about extending the current ceasefire, which began on April 8, emphasizing that the military option remains on the table to ensure the achievement of American objectives.

Regarding Iran's nuclear capabilities, Trump affirmed that Tehran showed surprising flexibility, agreeing to completely abandon its ambitions to possess nuclear weapons. He added that the Iranian side also agreed to hand over its existing nuclear materials to the United States, considering that the Iranian leadership is now prepared to accept conditions it had previously categorically rejected.

On the ground, the US President stressed that the blockade imposed by the United States on the Strait of Hormuz remains in place and is operating with high efficiency. He also sent a message to the Vatican, indicating the necessity for Pope Leo to realize the seriousness of the threats Iran posed to global stability before the current path of settlement began.

Trump then turned to the Lebanese file, expressing confidence in reaching an imminent peace agreement that would end the escalation in the region. He clarified that any future agreement would directly involve Hezbollah, as the Lebanese government would coordinate and work with the party to ensure the sustainability of de-escalation and the implementation of the proposed agreement's terms under international auspices.

In a diplomatic surprise, Trump revealed potential arrangements for Lebanese President Joseph Aoun's visit to Washington within the next two weeks. He indicated the possibility of a summit meeting between Aoun and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House, a step aimed at breaking the stalemate and achieving lasting peace in the border region.

The US President affirmed his intention to visit Lebanon at the appropriate time to support peace efforts, noting that the US administration is working intensively to see tangible results on the ground. These statements come just hours after he officially announced a ten-day ceasefire in Lebanon, effective from midnight Thursday Beirut time.

These rapid developments come amidst broad regional complexities, as the White House attempts to close conflict files in the Middle East through a mix of economic pressure and the threat of military force. Anticipation remains high for the outcomes of next week's meetings and the extent of commitment of the various parties to the terms of the announced truce in Lebanon and the negotiation path with Iran.

Iran is now ready to do things it refused yesterday, and has agreed that it will not possess nuclear weapons and to return nuclear materials to us.