Trump: US and Iran negotiations nearing possible framework
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United States: President Donald Trump said on Saturday that negotiators from the US and Iran were 'getting a lot closer' to an agreement to end the war, telling CBS he had seen a draft framework and describing a 'solid 50/50' chance of a deal while also warning of severe consequences if talks fail.
Iran signalled it was finalizing a 14-point framework on Saturday even as officials cautioned key gaps remain; US aides planned further consultations with special envoys and Gulf leaders this week, Pakistan’s mediators engaged in Tehran, and US officials said a decision on next steps could come by Sunday.
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Timeline
- 1. Ceasefire implemented approximately six weeks before May 23 to enable negotiations.
- 2. Iran indicates progress toward a 14-point framework in the week before May 23.
- 3. May 23: President Trump tells CBS negotiators are 'getting a lot closer' to an agreement.
- 4. May 23: Trump tells Axios there's a 'solid 50/50' chance; meetings with envoys planned.
- 5. Pakistan's military leadership engages in Tehran to discuss the framework's details.
Why it matters
A US-Iran agreement could impact global stability and your safety. It may affect oil prices, possibly influencing gas costs. Keep an eye on the news and your gas budget.
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