Iran State Media Signals High Likelihood of Deal as Trump Prepares to Call Netanyahu

Diplomatic Momentum and Internal Friction

The landscape of the U.S.-Iran confrontation shifted rapidly on Thursday evening as state-linked media in Tehran began signaling that a breakthrough may be imminent. According to reports reviewed by The Zioneer Intelligence Desk, the Fars news agency—closely associated with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC)—assessed that because the United States has reportedly accepted a text proposed by Iran, there is a "high likelihood" the deal will receive the necessary approval from the Iranian leadership.

However, this optimism is not yet universal within the Iranian apparatus. Official government statements and senior figures, including Mohammad Marandi, have characterized President Trump's claims of a finalized deal as "hallucinations," insisting that no formal memorandum of understanding has been signed. This internal Iranian friction suggests a regime weighing the benefits of sanctions relief against the ideological cost of a public climbdown.

Israel Sidelined by Washington

In Jerusalem, the sudden acceleration of talks has caused visible concern. Sources familiar with the matter told i24NEWS that the Israeli political and military echelons were caught by surprise by President Trump’s recent announcements on social media and to the New York Post, where he claimed a deal was "almost entirely" finished. Israel reportedly received no prior notification of these specific understandings, reflecting a "negotiating under fire" doctrine where Washington moves at a pace that occasionally leaves its primary regional ally out of the loop.

The scheduled call between Trump and Netanyahu this evening is expected to be a significant attempt at aligning positions. Netanyahu has consistently warned against any agreement that does not permanently dismantle Iran's nuclear infrastructure, while Trump has recently stated that Israel "won't have any choice" but to accept a potential deal.

The Path Forward

While the Fars report suggests Tehran is leaning toward approval, the situation remains fluid. The IRGC-linked agency noted that while a final answer has not been delivered, the U.S. acceptance of the Iranian-proposed text has removed a major hurdle. This follows a period of intense kinetic exchanges in June 2026, which saw the conflict transition from proxy warfare to direct military engagement.

Observers should watch for official confirmation from the Supreme Leader's office in Tehran and the results of the Trump-Netanyahu call. The stakes remain high for Israeli security, particularly regarding whether the deal includes provisions for the Lebanon front or merely addresses the nuclear and maritime dimensions in the Gulf.