"Trump suggested that both he and 'the ayatollah, whoever the ayatollah is' should control the Strait of Hormuz, through which one-fifth of the world's oil supply passes. He boasted of 'major points of agreement' and assured reporters that Iran, like the United States, wants 'very much to make a deal.'"
"The gap between Trump's claims and Iran's categorical denials underscores how little control either side has over the conflict-or its narrative. The White House is attempting to manage a large-scale military confrontation with an undefined exit strategy."
"Three foreign officials with knowledge of the U.S. efforts told us that Trump's Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, has communicated with the Iranian government through Pakistan and other regional intermediaries in an effort to get the embattled regime to agree to demands regarding its nuclear program."
President Trump offered Iranian leaders a five-day extension for talks regarding the Strait of Hormuz, previously set with a 48-hour ultimatum. He claimed progress and major points of agreement, suggesting both he and Iran's leadership should control the strait. However, Tehran denied any such progress, highlighting the disconnect between the two sides. The U.S. is facing challenges in managing military confrontations and has communicated demands to Iran through intermediaries, presenting a 15-point plan to address nuclear and uranium-enrichment issues.
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