"Trump's statements claimed that Iran had agreed to open and never close the Strait of Hormuz. He also alleged that Tehran would turn over its nuclear dust and that Israel would be prohibited from launching attacks in Lebanon."
"Despite the outstanding questions, the US president struck a celebratory tone, calling Friday A GREAT AND BRILLIANT DAY FOR THE WORLD! Separately, he told Bloomberg News that he expected talks to move forward on Sunday with a permanent ceasefire deal in sight."
"Yezid Sayigh pointed to Trump's penchant for hyperbole and several unresolved issues, suggesting that this does suggest a positive momentum towards something that may end up being a comprehensive deal."
"Sayigh noted that Trump's positive spin could encourage markets and talk down oil prices, while also preparing the ground for more revelations about what is being negotiated with Iran."
Trump posted claims on Truth Social about Iran agreeing to open the Strait of Hormuz and turn over nuclear material. He stated that Israel would not attack Lebanon. Iran confirmed reopening the Strait temporarily during a pause in fighting. However, many of Trump's claims remain unverified. Experts suggest that while there may be positive momentum towards a comprehensive deal, Trump's statements could be exaggerated and may serve ulterior motives, such as influencing market perceptions amid rising prices due to tensions in the region.
Read at www.aljazeera.com
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