🌍 U.S. officials told Axios they expect Tehran to respond within 24–48 hours to the American proposal aimed at ending the war. While one official said the sides are “not far” from an agreement, others expressed skepticism that a final deal can be reached under current conditions.
🇺🇸 President Trump described Iran as “militarily defeated” while reiterating that Tehran must never obtain nuclear weapons. He said recent talks had been productive and stated that Iran “wants to make a deal badly,” later clarifying that no formal negotiation deadline currently exists.
🎙️ During exchanges with reporters, Trump rejected claims that Iran is refusing to yield, arguing that outside observers do not fully understand the ongoing negotiations. He also downplayed recent Iranian military actions against U.S. naval assets, describing developments in wartime as changing rapidly.
🧭 According to Axios, the White House is seeking a diplomatic breakthrough before Trump concludes his visit to China next Friday. Officials indicated that failure to secure progress could reopen discussions surrounding possible military action.
🐢 U.S. officials said communication with Tehran remains slow because messages are reportedly being routed through Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, who is said to be operating under heightened security conditions.
🇮🇷 Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian publicly emphasized internal unity within Iran’s leadership, stating he recently held a lengthy meeting with Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei in what he described as an atmosphere of trust and direct dialogue.
🤝 A senior Gulf Arab official involved in the talks said both Washington and Tehran require a political path that allows each side to preserve public credibility. The official argued that while Trump strongly wants the conflict to end, Iran also seeks terms that avoid appearing to capitulate publicly.
📧 CNN reported that Iran is expected to submit its formal response today to the American proposal intended to end the conflict.
❗️ An Israeli official speaking to Yedioth Ahronoth warned that the proposed framework could preserve critical Iranian capabilities. According to the official, the agreement may leave Iran’s missile infrastructure intact, constrain Israeli operational freedom in Lebanon, and impose uranium enrichment restrictions for only 15 years.
⚔️ One circulating assessment argued that Iran is unlikely to fully accept Trump’s demands, leaving two primary scenarios under discussion: American acceptance of modified Iranian terms or coordinated American-Israeli military action targeting hard-line IRGC elements and remaining strategic capabilities.
🛡️ Iranian officials continued signaling readiness for a prolonged confrontation. Iranian Parliament National Security Committee spokesperson Ibrahim Rezaei dismissed reports of internal fractures as psychological warfare and claimed Iran’s military capabilities have strengthened during the conflict. He said Tehran remains prepared for “any scenario.”
🛢️ A source within Iran’s Oil Ministry told The New York Times that Tehran has begun reducing production at some oil wells due to storage shortages linked to the naval blockade. Officials reportedly fear that prolonged shutdowns could permanently damage older or less profitable wells if storage capacity is exhausted within the coming 40–45 days.
🔱 Sources cited by The Washington Post said a U.S. intelligence assessment presented to the White House concluded Iran could withstand the blockade for at least three to four months while still maintaining significant missile capabilities. The assessment reportedly judged Iran’s tolerance for prolonged economic hardship to be higher than earlier CIA estimates.
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