Trump said the deal with Iran must either be a great and meaningful agreement, or no deal at all.
¬ U.S. Central Command: Conducted air strikes targeting missile bases and minesweepers in southern Iran
¬ Iran says negotiations with the U.S. are progressing, denies imminent signing of an agreement
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On Monday, U.S. President Trump stated that any agreement reached with Iran must either be a great and meaningful one, or there will be no agreement at all.
According to AFP, despite signs that both sides have made progress, President Trump has tempered expectations of a deal that would permanently end the Middle East conflict.
On Sunday, Trump wrote on his "Truth Social" platform: "I have instructed my representatives not to rush into a deal, as time is on our side." He also warned that the U.S. would continue its blockade of Iranian ports "until a deal is reached, confirmed, and signed."
According to Axios news outlet, a senior U.S. official said the White House does not expect the agreement to be finalized by Sunday. The media reported that the White House believes it may take several days for Iranian authorities to approve the agreement.
Source: rfi
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On the 25th local time, according to the U.S. Central Command, air strikes were carried out against certain targets in southern Iran based on the right of self-defense.
As reported by Reuters, the Central Command stated that attacks were launched against Iranian vessels attempting to lay mines and missile launch sites.
The Central Command added that it will also ensure the safety of U.S. forces during the ceasefire period.
Previously, Reuters reported hearing explosions near Abbas Port and other locations close to the Strait of Hormuz.
Currently, the United States and Iran are engaged in final negotiations over a draft Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) covering the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, the announcement of an end to hostilities, and nuclear talks over the next 60 days.
Source: Chosun Ilbo
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On Monday, Iran's spokesperson reiterated that key details of Iran's nuclear program were not included in the negotiation framework, stating that these issues would only be discussed after a broad framework is agreed upon.
Iran stated on Monday that progress had been made in talks aimed at a lasting end to the war with the United States, but denied claims that an agreement was imminent.
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Bahgani said at a regular press briefing: "It can be said that we have reached consensus on most issues under discussion." However, he added, "It is impossible to assert that the agreement will be signed soon." He also accused Washington of inconsistent attitudes.
The official emphasized during the press conference that the current framework being developed "aims to end the war across the entire region, including Lebanon."
He further reiterated that details of Iran's nuclear program were not part of this framework and would only be addressed after a general framework is established.
Prior to this, Iran had indicated it was finalizing a 14-point preliminary framework agreement aimed at permanently ending the war with the United States that began on February 28.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio had mentioned the possibility of reaching an agreement on Monday, yet remained cautious. Meanwhile, President Trump urged his negotiators not to "rush things."
Source: rfi
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