Qatar mediates US-Iran talks as Trump weighs resuming strikes after midterms
Indirect negotiations to end the US-Iran war continue even as Trump and Netanyahu discuss renewed military action.
What to know
- Qatari mediators are running indirect US-Iran talks aimed at ending the war before it escalates again.
- Netanyahu reportedly pressed Trump to strike Iran, but Trump says he wants negotiations to continue.
- Trump has repeatedly hinted he may resume attacks on Iran once the U.S. midterm elections are over.
Donald Trump U.S. President
Benjamin Netanyahu Israeli Prime MinisterQatar Lead mediator
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Trump hints at resuming attacks after the midterms — Trump has repeatedly suggested he is considering resuming attacks on Iran once the U.S. midterm elections have passed, even as talks continue.
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AxiosNetanyahu pushed Trump to strike Iran
Sources cited by Axios said Netanyahu urged Trump to strike Iran, but Trump wants to let the ongoing negotiations play out instead.
“very good talk with him…”
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Live Updates: Iran says "ball is in the U.S. court" on deal to end war as Trump keeps his intentions veiled https://www. cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran- war-us-trump-negotiations-midterms/?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into News @ news-thenewsdesk
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Trump and Netanyahu hold Saturday phone call on Iran war
Trump told reporters he spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday and discussed the war in Iran, though he gave no further details.
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Qatar-led mediators push for US-Iran deal — Qatari mediators continue leading indirect talks between the United States and Iran, trying to secure a deal before the conflict escalates further.
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2 outlets Live Updates: Negotiation push for U.S.-Iran deal punctuated by threats to resume fighting
first by CBS News, 6d ago · also Agence France-Presse
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