U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday announced that a “Great settlement” aimed at ending the ongoing conflict involving Iran had been reached in principle, expressing confidence that a formal agreement could be signed in Europe within the coming days.
In a statement, Trump said that the final points of the proposed deal had been approved, prompting him to cancel planned U.S. military strikes against Iran that were scheduled for Thursday evening. He described the development as a major diplomatic breakthrough and indicated that several regional countries had supported the negotiations.
What Trump Said
According to reports, Trump stated that the United States and Iran were “very close” to concluding an agreement that could extend existing ceasefire arrangements and reduce tensions in the Middle East. He suggested that the agreement could include measures related to maritime security and the reopening of critical shipping routes in the region.
Iran’s Response
However, Iran has not officially confirmed Trump’s announcement. Iranian media and officials have reacted cautiously, with reports indicating that Tehran has not publicly endorsed the existence of a finalized settlement.
Iranian outlets described Trump’s claims as premature and unverified, maintaining that diplomatic consultations were continuing and that key issues remained unresolved. Tehran has consistently insisted that any agreement must respect Iran’s sovereignty and national interests.
Israel’s Reaction
Israel has not issued a formal endorsement of Trump’s latest announcement. While Trump indicated that Israel was among the regional actors consulted during the diplomatic efforts, Israeli officials have previously maintained that they reserve the right to act militarily if they perceive threats to national security.
Earlier this week, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned that Israel would respond “with might” if Iran resumed attacks against Israeli targets. Reports also suggest that differences have emerged between Washington and Jerusalem regarding the pace and scope of de-escalation efforts.
Uncertainty Remains
Despite Trump’s optimistic tone, analysts caution that no formal agreement has yet been publicly signed, and several contentious issues remain under negotiation. These reportedly include regional security arrangements, sanctions related matters and long term guarantees aimed at preventing renewed hostilities.
For now, Trump’s announcement has raised hopes of a diplomatic breakthrough, but the absence of clear confirmation from Iran and the cautious stance adopted by Israel indicate that the situation remains fluid.
