Washington: Trump delays decision on Iran ceasefire deal
PUBLISHED May 30, 2026, 2:37 AM ET
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President Donald Trump on Friday, May 29, 2026, entered the White House Situation Room saying he would make a “final determination” on a proposed memorandum of understanding aimed at extending the three‑month Iran war ceasefire and reopening the Strait of Hormuz to unrestricted international shipping. After hours of discussions, a senior U.S. official told CNBC that Trump left the meeting without announcing a decision or timeline. Earlier that day, Trump posted conditions on Truth Social, including that Iran must never obtain a nuclear weapon and must allow toll‑free, unrestricted shipping, while Iranian outlet Fars News Agency said his demands contradicted the draft agreement.
By Lauren Mitchell | JQJO News
Timeline of Events
- Three months ago Iran war escalates regionally
- Recent weeks Back-channel U.S.-Iran talks intensify
- Earlier this week Draft memorandum details circulated privately
- Friday morning Trump posts Iran conditions online
- Friday afternoon Trump meets advisers in Situation Room
- Friday afternoon U.S. official confirms no final determination
- Friday evening Fars News disputes Trump’s stated conditions
News Intelligence
- The Iran ceasefire affects your safety and pocket. An extended ceasefire can stabilize the region, reducing global tensions. It can also reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route. This could lower oil prices, potentially reducing your gas costs.
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