Trump Says US in ‘Very Positive Discussions’ with Iran as Diplomacy Intensifies
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WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump announced on Sunday that the United States is engaged in “very positive discussions” with Iran, signaling a potential breakthrough in diplomatic efforts to end the two-month war even as the U.S. prepares to launch a naval operation to guide stranded ships out of the blockaded Strait of Hormuz .
In a post on Truth Social, Trump described the ongoing talks as constructive, writing: “I am fully aware that my Representatives are having very positive discussions with the Country of Iran, and that these discussions could lead to something very positive for all” . The announcement marks a notable shift in tone from just days earlier, when the president said he could not imagine Iran’s proposal would be acceptable .
🤝 ‘Project Freedom’: US to Escort Stranded Ships from Gulf
In the same social media post, Trump announced a new maritime operation dubbed “Project Freedom,” set to begin Monday morning Middle East time, under which U.S. forces will guide foreign vessels trapped in the Gulf safely out of the blockaded waterway .
The president framed the initiative as a humanitarian gesture, noting that more than 900 commercial vessels remain stranded and are running low on food and essential supplies . “The Ship movement is merely meant to free up people, companies, and Countries that have done absolutely nothing wrong — They are victims of circumstance,” Trump wrote .
Trump also issued a warning: any interference with the humanitarian process “will, unfortunately, have to be dealt with forcefully” .
📜 Iran’s Proposal Under Review
The diplomatic thaw follows Iran’s submission of a 14-point peace proposal, delivered through Pakistani mediators, and Washington’s subsequent response, which Tehran is now reviewing .
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei confirmed that Washington’s response has been received and is being evaluated. “We are reviewing this and will take whatever response is necessary regarding it,” Baghaei told state television .
Crucially, Baghaei stressed that Iran’s 14-point plan “exclusively focuses on ending the war and contains no issues related to the nuclear domain” . This reflects Tehran’s insistence on separating the nuclear issue from immediate ceasefire negotiations—a sequencing the Trump administration has previously rejected .
The reported proposal includes provisions for:
- A one-month deadline to negotiate reopening the Strait of Hormuz
- Lifting the U.S. naval blockade
- Permanently ending the war in Iran and Lebanon
- Withdrawal of U.S. forces from areas around Iran
- Release of frozen Iranian assets and gradual lifting of sanctions
🚨 IRGC Rejects ‘Impossible Operation or Bad Deal’
Despite Trump’s optimistic framing, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) struck a defiant tone, asserting that the president must choose between “an impossible operation or a bad deal” with Tehran .
Ebrahim Azizi, head of the national security commission in Iran’s parliament, warned that any U.S. interference in the Strait of Hormuz would be considered a violation of the fragile ceasefire that has been in place since April 8 .
Mohsen Rezaei, a military adviser to Iran’s Supreme Leader, escalated further, posting on X: “The US is the only pirate in the world that possesses aircraft carriers. Prepare to face a graveyard of your carriers and forces” .
🌍 Pressure Mounts from European Allies
European nations are increasingly pressuring both sides to resolve the crisis as the economic toll mounts. German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul demanded that the Strait of Hormuz be reopened immediately and insisted that “Iran must completely and verifiably renounce nuclear weapons” .
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz reaffirmed Germany’s partnership with the United States, stating: “We have a common goal: Iran must not obtain nuclear weapons” . However, he also clarified that disagreements over the Iran war were not connected to the recent decision to withdraw 5,000 U.S. troops from Germany .
⏳ What Comes Next
Trump’s “very positive discussions” claim represents a significant diplomatic development, though the gap between the two sides remains wide.
Washington continues to demand that Iran address its nuclear program upfront, while Tehran insists on resolving the Strait of Hormuz crisis first. Nevertheless, the fact that both sides remain engaged in back-channel talks through Pakistani mediators suggests that neither is ready to walk away from the negotiating table.
As “Project Freedom” prepares to launch and Iran continues reviewing the U.S. response, the coming days will be critical in determining whether diplomacy can succeed or whether the region will slide back toward open conflict. “The ball is in the United States’ court to choose the path of diplomacy or the continuation of a confrontational approach,” Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi recently stated .
📋 Key Takeaways for Reflecto News Readers
| Aspect | Summary |
|---|---|
| Trump’s Statement | “Very positive discussions” with Iran that could lead to “something very positive for all” |
| Project Freedom | U.S. naval operation to escort stranded ships from Gulf starting Monday |
| Iran’s Proposal | 14-point plan ending war, reopening strait, lifting blockade; nuclear issue excluded |
| Iran’s Warning | Any U.S. interference in strait would violate ceasefire |
| IRGC Position | Trump must choose between “impossible operation or bad deal” |
| European Pressure | Germany demands strait reopening and Iran’s nuclear renunciation |
| Diplomatic Status | U.S. response delivered; Iran reviewing; negotiations ongoing via Pakistan |
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