The Digest:
US President Donald Trump has again said that the US was "very close" to a deal with Iran. Speaking to journalists outside the White House, he said, "It should be ending pretty soon. It was perfect. It's perfect. It was the power we had. We had the most powerful military anywhere in the world." His comments come after negotiators led by Vice President JD Vance met with Iranian leadership in Pakistan last weekend without reaching an agreement.
Key Points:
- Trump's appearance was to promote his no-tax-on-tips policy.
- He earlier announced that Israel and Lebanon had agreed to a 10-day ceasefire.
- Iran has complained about Israel's continued attacks on Lebanon during its own ceasefire with the US.
- No new negotiations have been announced since the Pakistan talks.
- The war continues despite Trump's optimism.
