US President Donald Trump says an agreement with Iran has been largely negotiated, after spending Saturday at the White House in calls with leaders from across the Middle East and with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
The announcement, posted on the president's Truth Social account, comes as Washington reviews Iran's latest proposal to end the war — though President Trump has told the website Axios the chances of a final deal stand at fifty-fifty.
Simon Marks reports from Washington.
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President Trump's announcement focused on the proposed reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, while an air of mystery surrounded the White House's weekend activities.
Simon Marks reports from Washington.
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President Trump has given few details of the proposed agreement, leaving major questions about the scope of any deal and Israel's role in it.
Simon Marks has more from Washington.
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