politics
April 6, 2026
US, Iran May Reach Deal by Monday
The reporter also noted that, according to the White House, if Tehran does not agree to a deal, Trump intends to take control of Iranian oil.
TL;DR
- US President Donald Trump expressed optimism about reaching a peaceful settlement with Iran by Monday.
- Trump stated that if Iran does not agree to a deal quickly, he is considering taking control of Iranian oil.
- The US and Israel initiated a military operation against Iran on February 28, citing alleged missile and nuclear threats.
- Iran retaliated by targeting sites in Israel and closing the Strait of Hormuz to ships linked to the US, Israel, and their allies.
- Iran later authorized passage through the Strait of Hormuz for friendly countries like Russia, India, Iraq, China, and Pakistan.
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