A potential framework for a peace deal to end the Iran-US war has been reached, according to US President Donald Trump. In a social media post on Saturday, Trump claimed that a preliminary agreement had been made with Middle Eastern allies to end the conflict with Iran.
Trump stated that the proposed deal would ensure the Strait of Hormuz remains fully open and address the Iranian nuclear threat. He also mentioned that Israel had expressed support for the US efforts to reach a peace agreement with Iran.
However, there has been no immediate response from Iran to Trump’s announcement. This development comes after five months of ongoing conflict, with the US and Israel launching military operations against Iran on February 28.
Trump had initially stated that the goal of the military action was to destroy Iran’s missile capabilities, prevent the development of nuclear weapons, and end Iranian support for armed groups. However, the objectives and strategies of the war have evolved over time.
A temporary ceasefire was reached in June, but it was short-lived due to renewed attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Trump’s announcement comes after a phone call with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who expressed concerns about the escalating conflict.
According to sources, the crown prince warned that if the US were to launch a major attack on Iran’s energy infrastructure, it could lead to retaliatory attacks on Saudi Arabia and other Gulf countries. The crown prince also requested clarification on potential US actions against Iran.
The White House confirmed the conversation between the two leaders but did not provide further details. Earlier this week, Saudi Arabia supported a US operation against an Iran-backed group in Iraq and has been urging both the US and Iran to return to negotiations.
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman had sent his brother and defense minister, Khalid bin Salman, to Washington to discuss Iran strategy. Khalid bin Salman met separately with Trump and Vice President Mike Pence.
Meanwhile, Trump met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House on Tuesday, their first face-to-face meeting since the war began in February. Netanyahu urged the US to continue its military campaign against Iran.
As the US midterm elections approach in November, the war has become increasingly challenging for the Trump administration. The conflict has also had a significant impact on the global economy, with oil prices soaring.
The US military had foiled an Iranian missile attack on a US military base in Jordan earlier this week, prompting Trump to issue a stern warning. On Friday, he stated that the US would take ‘very tough’ action if necessary, saying ‘we want to win.’
White House press secretary Kayleigh McEnany accused Iran of violating the ceasefire and targeting commercial ships and US troops. The global economy has shown positive signs with the prospect of peace in the Middle East, particularly with the decline in oil prices.
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