Trump, Netanyahu Clash Over New Iran Peace Proposal
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Washington: US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a difficult phone call this week about renewed diplomatic efforts to reach an agreement with Iran, Axios reported, citing multiple sources. The call occurred amid intensified mediation involving Qatar, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Egypt and discussion of a revised draft proposal addressing Iran’s nuclear programme.
Washington: US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a difficult phone call this week about renewed diplomatic efforts to reach an agreement with Iran, Axios reported, citing multiple sources. The call occurred amid intensified mediation involving Qatar, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Egypt and discussion of a revised draft proposal addressing Iran’s nuclear programme.
On Tuesday and in the days around it, sources said Netanyahu was very upset after the call, described as having his 'hair on fire,' while Trump indicated openness to negotiation but kept military options on the table. Regional mediators reportedly prepared a memo outlining commitments and conditions for potential release of frozen Iranian assets, and talks are expected to continue.
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Timeline
- 1. Mediators (Qatar, Pakistan and others) draft a revised proposal to bridge gaps.
- 2. Sunday: Trump reportedly delays planned strikes against Iran after regional requests.
- 3. Tuesday: Trump and Netanyahu hold a 'difficult' phone call discussing Iran negotiations.
- 4. Wednesday: Axios publishes reporting citing multiple sources about the tense exchange.
- 5. Ongoing: Mediators continue talks; US keeps diplomatic and military options open.
Why it matters
This Iran deal could impact global safety. A peaceful resolution could lessen tensions in the Middle East. That might mean fewer U.S. troops deployed there. Check the news regularly for updates on this situation.
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