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US President Signals Imminent Cessation of Hostilities with Iran, Demands Nuclear Guarantees

Oct 30, 2026 07:08 AM CT Washington, D.C., United States iran, israel, us, nuclear, diplomacy, de-escalation, trump

Summary

US President Donald Trump stated that the conflict with Iran is expected to end soon, contingent upon Tehran providing guarantees that it will not acquire nuclear weapons. This statement indicates a shift toward diplomatic de-escalation and sets specific preconditions for the cessation of hostilities, signaling a potential resolution to the current military and diplomatic standoff.

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Trump: Iran War Will End Soon; Need Guarantee Tehran Won't Obtain Nuclear Weapon    Haaretz

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United States NEUTRAL

President Trump announced that the war with Iran will end soon, requiring guarantees that Tehran will not obtain a nuclear weapon.

Iran NEUTRAL

Subject of the US demand for nuclear non-proliferation guarantees as a condition for ending the conflict.

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