Trump: Iran Deal Possible Within a Week

President Donald Trump expressed optimism about reaching an agreement with Iran concerning a ceasefire extension and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, suggesting a deal could be finalized within the week. In a phone interview with ABC News, Trump described the outlook as "good," despite a minor issue that he claimed to have swiftly rectified.

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It looks good. We had a small problem, but I fixed it very quickly.

The president attributed the temporary snag to Iran's dissatisfaction with Israel's operations in Lebanon. Trump asserted that he had spoken with Hezbollah and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, urging them to cease hostilities. He stated that both sides subsequently halted their actions against each other.

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The era of impunity is over, and every officer must conduct himself or herself in a manner that upholds the integrity, discipline, and professionalism expected of members of the Force.

Trump suggested that the potential agreement could surpass a military victory, but he acknowledged the significant challenges involved. "They are a very big country, and there is tremendous animosity," he said, noting that the negotiations are difficult for both sides but that the U.S. is securing its objectives.

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It's not a simple matter. They are a very big country, and there is tremendous animosity. It's not easy for them, and it's not easy for us. But we are getting what we have to get.

Regarding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, Trump projected that a memorandum of understanding could be concluded within the next week, though he cautioned that several points still need to be secured. Earlier, Iran had announced a halt in communications with the U.S. over Israel's actions in Lebanon, but Trump later indicated via social media that negotiations were progressing rapidly. Iran has not independently confirmed the resumption of talks.

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I think it will be within the next week.