Interim Deal

Donald Trump's public statements about military action against Iran have shifted repeatedly since February 28, oscillating between aggressive threats of strikes and sudden pauses. He has threatened to attack Iran's power plants, oil infrastructure, and civilian targets, later retracting these claims or extending deadlines for diplomatic resolutions. Conflicts escalated and de-escalated multiple times, with an interim deal signed in June followed by renewed attacks in July.

Trump threatens 'very strong' strikes while mediators from Pakistan and Qatar report significant progress in Iran talks aimed at restoring a scuttled interim deal. Regional officials indicate ongoing efforts after two weeks of conflict, with the Prime Minister set to meet the president for the first time since the war began.

Mediators have proposed a 10-day ceasefire to de-escalate the Iran-U.S. conflict and revive an interim deal, according to a senior Iranian official's statement to Reuters. The proposal aims to find ways to restore the agreement reached last month.

The U.S. bombing of Iran has intensified, resulting in American troop deaths. The U.S. and Iran are closer to all-out war as a previous interim deal to end fighting has failed, and shipping traffic in the Strait of Hormuz has stalled.

The US military conducted air strikes targeting Iran’s Revolutionary Guard to retaliate for the killing of American troops in Jordan, escalating tensions amid a weeklong campaign of reciprocal attacks between the nations. The strikes follow the collapse of an interim deal aimed at ending the conflict over the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran’s supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, warned of 'unforgettable lessons' if the U.S. continues attacks, following Iran's suspension of commitments to a month-old interim war-ending deal. The U.S. and Iran exchanged strikes targeting infrastructure and military sites, with significant damage reported in Kuwait, including desalination plants and an oil facility.

Iran has suspended its commitments to an interim deal with the U.S. as both countries exchange attacks. The U.S. conducted its seventh consecutive night of attacks against Iran.

Iran has suspended its commitments to an interim deal with the US as both countries exchange attacks. The US conducted seven consecutive nights of attacks against Iran.

Iran has suspended its commitments to an interim deal with the U.S. as both nations exchange attacks. The U.S. conducted its seventh consecutive night of attacks against Iran.

The United States launched new airstrikes against Iran, and Tehran responded by targeting Bahrain, Kuwait, and Qatar, escalating tensions and threatening an interim deal aimed at ending the conflict.

The United States launched airstrikes against Iran, and Tehran responded by targeting Bahrain, Kuwait, and Qatar, escalating tensions and threatening an interim deal aimed at ending the conflict.

The United States launched airstrikes against Iran, and Iran responded by targeting Bahrain, Kuwait, and Qatar, escalating tensions and threatening an interim deal aimed at ending the conflict.

The United States launched new airstrikes against Iran, prompting Tehran to retaliate by targeting Bahrain, Kuwait, and Qatar. The conflict risks undermining an interim deal aimed at resolving tensions in the Persian Gulf, following statements by U.S. President Donald Trump about recent Iranian actions.

Gold prices declined as renewed US airstrikes in Iran threatened an interim peace deal, which could affect inflation and interest rate hikes.

The U.S. military launched new strikes against Iran following the attack on three merchant ships in the Strait of Hormuz. The strikes occurred hours after the ships were struck, marking the latest escalation in tensions threatening an interim deal to end conflicts.

Maritime trade between Iran and Qatar has resumed after a five-month suspension, following coordination between Iranian and Qatari authorities. The resumption is linked to an interim deal between Tehran and Washington that ended four months of hostilities and mandated a return to pre-war maritime traffic in the Gulf, though transit in and out of the Gulf remains contested.

U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner arrived in Qatar for indirect talks with mediators about an interim deal to end the Iran conflict, while tensions persist over the Strait of Hormuz and Iran's refusal to meet directly with U.S. officials. An interim agreement includes uranium dilution, sanctions relief, and efforts to reopen the strait, but previous negotiations have failed, leading to recent wars and attacks.

Two U.S. envoys arrived in Qatar for indirect talks on an interim deal to end the Iran conflict, amid recent attacks disrupting shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Iran and the U.S. agreed to a temporary agreement involving uranium dilution and sanctions relief, but high-level negotiations remain stalled. Both sides have exchanged strikes in the strait, exacerbating tensions.

President Trump claims Iran requested a meeting in Doha, Qatar, but Iranian negotiator Kazem Gharibabadi denied scheduling talks. The U.S. and Iran reached an interim deal to address tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, including uranium enrichment and sanctions, though attacks and retaliations persist. Iran's president mentioned $6 billion in frozen assets would be released by Qatar, though U.S. and Qatari officials have not confirmed this.

U.S. and Iran exchanged attacks over the weekend, casting doubt on technical talks scheduled for this week aimed at advancing an interim deal agreed earlier this month. The attacks have raised concerns about the future of peace negotiations between the two nations.

Iran’s president announced $6 billion in frozen Iranian assets held in Qatar would be released, amid challenges to U.S.-Iran negotiations over an interim deal. Recent attacks in the Persian Gulf, including strikes on vessels near Oman, have disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and drawn U.S. retaliation, complicating diplomatic efforts.

Iran's president claimed $6 billion in frozen Iranian assets held in Qatar would be released as U.S.-Iran negotiations face challenges due to recent attacks in the Persian Gulf. The interim deal, praised by Iran as a 'great victory,' involves Qatar and Pakistan as mediators, though neither Qatar nor the U.S. has confirmed the asset release.

U.S. President Donald Trump blamed Iran for a drone strike on a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, which damaged the vessel's upper deck. The U.S. shot down three other drones targeting the ship, and the incident disrupted UN-led efforts to evacuate stranded ships from the strait. The attack occurred amid fragile U.S.-Iran negotiations over a permanent war-ending deal and control of the strategic waterway.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated during his visit to Bahrain that the US seeks a deal with Iran but will not compromise its interests. He emphasized the need for an enduring and real peace that does not undermine US or allied security and prosperity.

The head of the U.N.’s nuclear agency has stated that inspectors will visit Iran's nuclear enrichment sites, as part of an interim deal between the United States and Iran aimed at ending the war.

The head of the UN's nuclear agency, Rafael Grossi, confirmed that inspectors will visit Iran’s nuclear enrichment sites under an interim US-Iran deal, despite prior access restrictions since the 2025 Israel-Iran conflict. The inspections are critical for verifying Iran’s uranium stockpile, though Iran and the US have provided conflicting statements about their implementation.

The head of the U.N.'s nuclear agency has indicated that inspectors will visit Iran's nuclear enrichment sites. This action is part of an interim agreement between the United States and Iran aimed at ending the conflict.

U.S. and Iranian negotiators are starting the second day of talks in Switzerland to establish an interim deal to resolve their conflict. The discussions aim to finalize an agreement after a challenging initial phase.

U.S. Vice President JD Vance arrived in Switzerland to initiate negotiations with Iran regarding its nuclear program and to strengthen a provisional agreement aimed at ending the conflict in Iran.

U.S. Vice President JD Vance arrived in Switzerland to initiate negotiations with Iranian leaders regarding curbing Iran's nuclear program and strengthening a fragile interim deal to end the war in Iran.

U.S. Vice President JD Vance arrived in Switzerland to initiate negotiations with Iranian leaders regarding curbing Iran's nuclear program and strengthening an interim deal to end the war in Iran.

Vance arrives in Switzerland for US-Iran talks as both nations seek a durable end to their war. Iran criticizes Israeli attacks on Lebanon, calling them violations of an interim deal.

Pakistan, acting as a key mediator, has announced that technical-level Iran-U.S. talks on an interim deal will commence on Sunday in Switzerland. The discussions aim to address the terms of the agreement between the two nations.

Iran views the interim deal with the U.S. as a strategic win, enabling global oil sales and allowing it to press its advantage. Challenges are mentioned, but the focus is on Iran's confidence.

A new AP-NORC poll reveals that Trump’s approval on Iran remains low despite an interim deal to end fighting. The poll highlights public skepticism about the effectiveness or reception of the agreement.

An interim deal to end the Iran war includes a waiver on sanctioned oil sales, but Iran remains under international sanctions from the UN, U.S., EU, and others due to its nuclear program, rights record, and regional support. Iran seeks further sanctions relief through ongoing nuclear program negotiations.

An interim deal between Iran and the United States aims to halt the war, but many Iranians remain unconvinced of its benefits amid ongoing U.S. and Israeli airstrikes, port blockades, and years of sanctions. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi declared the deal a victory, though public sentiment reflects continued hardship.

G7 leaders called for a ceasefire in Lebanon and announced plans to diversify energy supply routes to reduce reliance on the Strait of Hormuz. They welcomed an interim deal to end the conflict in Iran.

Iran is set to receive significant financial relief through an interim agreement with the United States. The deal aims to provide economic benefits to Iran while establishing temporary terms between the two countries.

The US has struck Iranian drones while ongoing negotiations aim to reach an interim deal. Military action and diplomatic efforts are occurring simultaneously.