Trump tells negotiators 'not to rush' Iran deal
Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- US President Donald Trump told negotiators not to rush a deal with Iran.
- Reports suggest a deal was close, involving a ceasefire extension and further nuclear program talks.
- Trump reiterated Iran cannot develop nuclear weapons and the US blockade will remain until an agreement is signed.
President Donald Trump has instructed his negotiators to take their time in reaching a deal with Iran, cautioning against rushing the process. This directive comes amid reports suggesting that an agreement was nearing completion.
constructive talks were proceeding but "both sides must take their time and get it right."
According to US media, the potential deal includes a 60-day ceasefire extension, the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, and continued negotiations regarding Iran's nuclear program. Trump himself stated on social media that while talks are proceeding constructively, "both sides must take their time and get it right. There can be no mistakes!"
There can be no mistakes!
Trump also emphasized that Iran must not develop nuclear weapons, a long-standing US and allied position. Tehran maintains its nuclear program is for peaceful purposes. The US blockade of Iranian ports, in place since early April, will continue until a final agreement is reached and signed, according to the president.
Iran must understand that it cannot develop a nuclear weapon.
Meanwhile, Iran has maintained control over the Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway for global oil and gas transport. Reports from Iranian media indicate that one or two points of disagreement remain in the potential deal, despite earlier signals of progress. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio hinted at potential progress on the Strait of Hormuz, suggesting it could become fully open if the current talks succeed.
Washington's blockade of Iranian ports - which has been in place since early April - will remain "in full force and effect until an agreement is reached, certified, and signed".
Originally published by BBC News in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.