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Trump Says Iran Deal Possible After U.S. Midterms
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Core Proposal at the UN
In a 37-minute address to the United Nations General Assembly, President Donald Trump said the United States could end the war with Iran either by “annihilating the Islamic Republic” or by reaching a settlement “right after the election.” He emphasized speed, stating, “We will get it done one way or another, it’s going to be done, it’s going to be done fast,” — Donald Trump
Background to the Conflict
The hostilities began in late February when coordinated U.S. and Israeli airstrikes on Tehran killed Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, who had led the nation since 1989, along with several senior officials. Khamenei’s 57-year-old son Mojtaba Khamenei was named his successor. Since returning to office in January 2025, Trump has repeatedly pledged that Iran will never acquire a nuclear weapon.
Official Statements & Responses
will act “fast” to secure a deal after the November midterm elections. No other governments or international bodies issued formal responses in the available reports.
Potential Implications
A post-election settlement could reshape U.S. domestic politics by linking foreign-policy outcomes to the midterm vote. It also raises questions about the durability of any agreement, given the recent loss of Iran’s top leader and the designation of his son as successor. Analysts note that a rapid deal might affect regional non-proliferation efforts and could alter the strategic calculus of U.S. allies and adversaries alike.