Iran-US deal still out of reach despite diplomatic push, Iranian official says
A senior Iranian official told Reuters that a deal to end the war between Iran and the United States remains out of reach despite diplomatic pushes. The Iranian delegation has departed negotiations in Qatar following a tense weekend. While Iran previously stated it would reopen the Strait of Hormuz within two days as part of a potential agreement, recent talks yielded no breakthrough. President Donald Trump has declined to rule out resuming combat operations following the US elections, even as he claims the conflict will end soon.
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- ✓ A senior Iranian official told Reuters that a deal between Iran and the US remains out of reach.
- ✓ The Iranian delegation has left negotiations in Qatar.
- ✓ President Donald Trump stated the conflict will end soon.
What changed
The Iranian delegation has left negotiations in Qatar after a weekend of failed diplomatic efforts.
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Iran-US Deal Out of Reach as Negotiators Leave Qatar
A senior Iranian official told Reuters that a deal to end the war between Iran and the United States remains out of reach despite diplomatic pushes. The Iranian delegation has departed negotiations in Qatar following a tense weekend. While Iran previously stated it would reopen the Strait of Hormuz within two days as part of a potential agreement, recent talks yielded no breakthrough. President Donald Trump has declined to rule out resuming combat operations following the US elections, even as he claims the conflict will end soon.
Why it matters
The war involving the US, Israel, and Iran has entered its ninth month. Recent US midterm elections saw Democratic gains, which Iranian hardliners argue will not change Washington's policy toward Tehran. The conflict has disrupted global shipping and caused flight disruptions for workers in Saudi Arabia.
What is confirmed
- A senior Iranian official told Reuters that a deal between Iran and the US remains out of reach.
- The Iranian delegation has left negotiations in Qatar.
- President Donald Trump stated the conflict will end soon.
Still unconfirmed
- Donald Trump acknowledges the war played a role in the GOP's election defeat.
What to watch next
- Confirmation of renewed US combat operations
- Official response from Washington regarding the departure of the Iranian delegation from Qatar
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