US Energy Secretary Chris Wright said in an ABC interview that President Trump wants to end the conflict with a peace deal with Iran, but stressed that both sides must cooperate. If Iran is willing, the matter will end through diplomacy; otherwise, the US will continue to ensure freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz without Iran's cooperation.
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright reiterated the Trump administration's position on Iran in an interview with ABC on Sunday, saying that a peace deal is possible if Tehran is willing to cooperate, but the US is prepared to continue securing the Strait of Hormuz independently if necessary. As The Zioneer reported earlier today, Wright had made similar remarks, emphasizing that the US will not rely on Iranian cooperation to maintain freedom of navigation. The statement comes amid ongoing US diplomatic efforts to reach a comprehensive agreement with Iran, with President Trump consistently signaling his preference for a negotiated settlement while maintaining a military and economic pressure campaign. The White House has indicated that a final deal could include limits on Iran's nuclear program and missile development, as well as an end to its support for proxies. Iran's response to the latest overtures remains unclear.
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- StrongSecretary of State Rubio discusses Iran deal and Strait of Hormuz with UAE leadership
- StrongTrump: US and Iran close to 60-day ceasefire deal, Strait of Hormuz to reopen
- DevelopingTrump administration believes Iran deal 'less likely', demands Hormuz commitment – i24NEWS
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