Trump urges Muslim leaders to sign Israel peace deal
SkimNews Take
Linking a potential Iran deal to broader Mideast peace suggests the administration views regional normalization as a secondary, rather than primary, objective of de-escalation with Tehran.
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- Trump held a conference call with leaders of several Arab and Muslim countries on Saturday, urging them to sign peace agreements with Israel if a deal ends the Iran war.
- U.S. officials with direct knowledge confirmed the call and said the proposal hinges on a cease‑fire and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
- GOP hawks expressed alarm at the prospect of a rapid Iran‑Israel peace deal, fearing it could undercut U.S. leverage (Asia Times).
- White House officials indicated that any Iran deal could be finalized within days, suggesting a short‑term timeline (Axios).
- Regional officials reported that the United States and Iran are near a deal to end hostilities and restore shipping through Hormuz (Globe and Mail World).
Why it matters: Arab states stand to gain diplomatic credibility and economic relief from resumed Hormuz shipping, while Iran risks losing bargaining power; the U.S. could secure a faster resolution to the conflict, easing energy market pressure.
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