Donald Trump said on Monday that the United States is seeing progress in its dealings with Iran, claiming that “major points of agreement” have been reached, even as he warned that military action would continue if talks fail.
The US President stated that Iran is keen to reach a deal, but stressed that Washington is prepared to resume strikes if negotiations do not produce results.
A temporary five-day pause on attacks targeting Iranian energy infrastructure has been put in place, offering a narrow window for diplomatic engagement.
Trump described recent discussions as “productive” and indicated that further talks, including potential in-person meetings, could take place soon. However, he did not clearly identify the Iranian counterpart involved, saying only that US officials are engaging with a “respected” figure, not Mojtaba Khamenei.
Iran, meanwhile, has denied that any direct talks with the United States are taking place. Despite this, reports suggest Tehran has received proposals through intermediaries and is currently reviewing them, pointing to possible indirect negotiations.
Washington has maintained firm conditions for any agreement. According to Trump, Iran must halt its pursuit of nuclear weapons, refrain from developing or possessing nuclear arms, and hand over its stockpile of enriched uranium.
While diplomatic signals emerge, tensions across the region remain high. Missile and drone activity has been reported across several Gulf countries, while US-linked military sites in Iraq and Syria have come under attack. There have also been reports of damage to energy infrastructure inside Iran.
Iranian officials have pushed back against US claims. Senior figure Saeed Jalili criticised Washington’s approach, describing it as pressure-driven rather than a genuine effort at negotiation.
The situation remains fluid, with the coming days expected to be critical in determining whether the current pause leads to a diplomatic breakthrough or a return to intensified conflict.
