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Trump Calls on Iran to Reach Deal, Threatens Further Strikes

Published March 26, 2026, 20:02
Trump Calls on Iran to Reach Deal, Threatens Further Strikes

US President Donald Trump urged Iran to reach a deal to end US-Israeli strikes, threatening further strikes if no agreement is reached. He stated that Iran is desperate to reach a deal and described Iranian officials as “great negotiators.” Trump announced that Iran allowed the passage of ten tankers through the Strait of Hormuz as a “gift,” while previously referring to a “very big gift.” He emphasized that the US is “negotiating with the right people” in Iran. He also expressed the view that Iran should not charge “tolls” for passage through the Strait of Hormuz. Trump mentioned that taking control of Iranian oil is an “option” at his disposal, citing Venezuela as an example. Meanwhile, the Houthi leader in Yemen threatened “military response” if required by the war in the Middle East. The situation in the region remains tense, with the United States putting pressure on Iran to reach a deal and the Houthis threatening military involvement. The escalation of tensions creates uncertainty in the global energy market and jeopardizes regional stability.