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US President confirms ongoing negotiations with Iran and anticipates eventual settlement

Sep 22, 2026 12:09 PM CT Washington D.C., United States us-iran-talks,diplomacy,nuclear-program,de-escalation

Summary

US President Donald Trump stated that direct talks between the United States and Iran are currently active. He expressed confidence that a deal will be reached, signaling a diplomatic track to de-escalate tensions or resolve nuclear-related disputes. This development suggests a potential shift from confrontation to negotiation in the US-Iran dynamic.

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US President Donald Trump said that ‌Iran and the United States had been talking on Tuesday, and he thinks the two countries will reach a ⁠deal at some point.

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United States NEUTRAL

Confirmed ongoing talks with Iran and predicted a future settlement.

Iran NEUTRAL

Engaged in talks with the United States as reported by US leadership.

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→ PARALLEL TO 75% confidence
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→ PARALLEL TO 70% confidence
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← ESCALATION OF 75% confidence
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