Iran-Israel war LIVE: Trump says ‘very positive development’ in Iran talks

U.S. President Donald Trump said he was planning a major new assault on Iran on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, but held off as he saw hope for securing a so far elusive agreement to end the war.
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U.S. President Donald Trump said he was planning a major new assault on Iran on Tuesday (May 19, 2026), but held off as he saw hope for securing a so far elusive agreement to end the war. Mr. Trump, who had indefinitely extended the truce and made clear he wants to exit a war that has proven to be a political liability, said he had prepared a new attack for Tuesday (May 19) after Iran refused his outlines of a deal.

Also read: Iran submits new proposal, says U.S. open to sanctions relief

Iran has submitted a new 14-point proposal to the U.S. through Pakistan, aimed at ending the war amid a diplomatic impasse and fears of renewed hostilities, even as President Masoud Pezeshkian said the country “will not bow to any power”.

On Sunday (May 17, 2026), Iran unveiled a new body, the Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PSGA), to control the Strait. According to the new mechanism, all ships seeking to transit the Strait should get a confirmation message, about “ruled and regulations” from the PGSA.

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