Iran examining U.S. proposal, as Trump says in ‘final stages’ of talks
Iran is currently reviewing a U.S. proposal aimed at ending the ongoing conflict in West Asia, as tensions remain high between the two nations. President Trump indicated that negotiations are in the 'final stages,' while Iran reiterated its demands, including the release of frozen assets. Despite threats from both sides, diplomatic exchanges continue, mediated by Pakistan, amid concerns over the potential escalation of military actions.
- ▪Iran is examining a U.S. proposal received from Pakistan in talks to end the West Asia war.
- ▪President Trump stated that the U.S. is in the 'final stages' of negotiations with Iran.
- ▪Iran's Foreign Ministry emphasized the need for the release of Iranian assets and an end to the U.S. blockade.
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Iran said on Wednesday (May 20, 2026) it was examining the latest U.S. proposal received from mediator Pakistan in talks to end the West Asia war, despite the two sides trading threats over resuming attacks.It came after U.S. President Donald Trump told reporters that Washington was in the “final stages” of negotiations with Iran. War would spread beyond West Asia, say Iran Guards“We’ll either have a deal or we’re going to do some things that are a little bit nasty. But hopefully that won’t happen,” Mr. Trump said.“I’m in no hurry.
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