Exclusive: How Iran's supreme leader reached a truce with Trump
Why it matters: Iran's shift towards negotiation could de-escalate tensions between the U.S. and Iran, potentially averting military conflict.
- Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei instructed Iranian negotiators to move towards a deal for the first time since the war began, according to an Israeli official and a regional official.
- President Trump's ultimatum was looming when Khamenei issued his instructions.
- Australian Prime Minister stated that Trump's threat against Iran’s civilian infrastructure was not 'appropriate,' as reported by Straits Times Asia.
- Trump has backed down from his threat to 'wipe out Iran's civilization,' according to NPR News.
Facing a looming ultimatum from President Trump, Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has reportedly instructed negotiators to pursue a deal, marking a significant shift in the conflict. This development comes as international leaders, including the Australian Prime Minister, deem Trump's threats against Iranian civilian infrastructure inappropriate, and NPR News reports Trump has backed down from his more extreme rhetoric.
