President Donald Trump said Friday he is meeting advisers in the White House Situation Room to decide whether to approve a tentative deal to extend the Iran ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. According to an Associated Press report cited by multiple outlets, U.S. and Iranian negotiators reached a memorandum of understanding the previous day that would prolong the fragile ceasefire by 60 days while talks continue over Iran’s nuclear program. Trump has demanded Iran commit never to obtain a nuclear weapon and to ensure safe international navigation, including removing sea mines. The agreement remains provisional pending Trump’s decision.

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