U.S. President Donald Trump walked back threats to continue strikes against Iran yesterday, claiming that a new agreement could be reached shortly. The Times of Israel reports that Qatari and Iranian mediators have produced an acceptable draft agreement. However, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he was not notified of any such development and stated today that Israel was not a party to the memorandum. Trump has said the new deal could be signed in Europe sometime this weekend.
Writing on his Truth Social platform, Trump said: “Based on the fact that discussions with the Islamic Republic of Iran have been brought to the highest level of Iranian leadership and approved, I have, as president of the United States of America, cancelled the scheduled strikes and bombings against Iran this evening.”
“Discussions and final points have been, in both concept and great detail, approved by all parties involved, including the United States, Israel, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Turkey, Pakistan, Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan, Egypt and others,” he said.
But he added that the US blockade on Iran-linked shipping would “remain in full force and effect until this transaction is finalized” — indicating the deal has not been finalized.
“Time and place of the signing to be announced shortly,” Trump continued.
Iran has not yet made a final decision and reportedly remains unwilling to compromise on any of the regime’s “red lines” during negotiations. As a result, any proposed time and location for a final signing remain speculative, despite Trump’s assertion that the agreement could be finalized within the next few days. He maintains that the deal would ensure Iran never acquires a nuclear weapon. The proposed framework envisions a 60-day ceasefire during which nuclear talks would take place, and the Strait of Hormuz would be reopened.
Although not directly involved in the negotiations, Netanyahu expressed optimism regarding the latest developments with Iran and voiced appreciation for Trump’s commitment to securing a final agreement. The draft approved by Gulf-state mediators is still awaiting approval from Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei.
The Fellowship and our supporters praise God that yesterday’s tensions did not escalate into further conflict. At the same time, we remain steadfast in our prayers for Israel, her people, and the continued pursuit of shalom—peace.
