US President Donald Trump has indicated that progress is being made toward a potential diplomatic understanding with Iran, suggesting that an agreement could be reached within the coming week if negotiations continue to advance.
According to remarks made during a conversation with ABC News, Trump said discussions are ongoing regarding measures linked to regional stability, including maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz and the extension of existing ceasefire arrangements involving Iran and surrounding regional tensions.
He stressed that while momentum is building, several outstanding issues still need to be resolved before any formal agreement can be concluded.
“I still have to get a few more points,” Trump noted, emphasizing that negotiations remain active and sensitive.
The US president also referenced recent developments in the Middle East, including tensions involving Israel and Lebanon, describing one incident as a temporary setback that was quickly managed. He suggested that diplomatic intervention helped prevent further escalation in the situation.
Trump further claimed that he had advised against a planned large-scale military operation reportedly being considered by Israeli leadership in Beirut, highlighting ongoing US engagement in efforts to prevent broader conflict in the region.
He argued that a negotiated settlement with Iran would represent a greater achievement than military escalation, although he acknowledged that reaching such an outcome would require careful negotiation and compromise.
“We’re getting what we need to get,” he said, expressing cautious optimism about the direction of talks.
The comments come at a time of heightened geopolitical tension in the Middle East, where diplomatic efforts and security risks continue to evolve rapidly.
