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Trump Holds Meeting, No Decision on 60-Day Cease-Fire Extension

5/31/2026

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Summary

Story summary

A draft memorandum to extend the cease-fire 60 days and reopen the Strait of Hormuz followed U.S.–Iran talks.
President Donald Trump held a two-hour Situation Room meeting on May 29 and left without a final determination.
The draft obliges Iran to clear mines, bans tolls and requires the United States to lift its naval blockade.
Iran seeks the release of $12 billion frozen assets and has not yet agreed on nuclear details.

History

Historical Context

In July 2015 the P5+1 and the EU signed the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action with Iran, capping enrichment at 3.67% and limiting operating centrifuges to 5,060. The agreement lifted about $100 billion in frozen assets and ended UN nuclear sanctions in early 2016. The new cease-fire draft ties Strait of Hormuz reopening and mine clearance to releasing Iran’s remaining frozen assets.

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Story summary

A draft memorandum to extend the cease-fire 60 days and reopen the Strait of Hormuz followed U.S.–Iran talks.
President Donald Trump held a two-hour Situation Room meeting on May 29 and left without a final determination.
The draft obliges Iran to clear mines, bans tolls and requires the United States to lift its naval blockade.
Iran seeks the release of $12 billion frozen assets and has not yet agreed on nuclear details.

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