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Tehran Plays Games as Trump Pushes for Final Iran Settlement

While the President declares a 'great settlement' is within reach, the regime in Iran continues to stall and issue empty threats.

Foreign PolicyPublished June 12, 2026 at 8:09 AM
People walk amid traffic on an intersection in Tehran, as a large banner featuring patriotic images of Iranians waving flags is seen in the background

President Trump has declared that a 'great settlement' to end the conflict with Iran is near, promising a future where the regime is permanently denied nuclear weapons. The President indicated that documents are in final shape and a signing ceremony could take place in Europe shortly.

This potential breakthrough follows a period of intense pressure, including US strikes on Iranian assets and a robust blockade designed to choke off the regime's ability to fund its regional aggression.

While the President remains optimistic, citing support from regional allies like Israel, the Iranian foreign ministry is predictably hedging, labeling reports of an agreement as 'speculative.' This is classic regime behavior: stalling while attempting to maintain their 'red lines' despite the reality of their weakened position.

The stakes remain high, as Iran continues to lash out with reckless attacks on US-allied states, including a recent drone strike in Bahrain that injured a child.

Despite the regime's bluster and threats to close the Strait of Hormuz, the Trump administration’s strategy of 'hitting hard' and seizing control of energy infrastructure has forced Tehran to the table.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has made it clear that Israel is not a party to the memorandum but supports the total dismantling of Iran’s enrichment infrastructure and the end of its state-sponsored terrorism.

As the world watches, the choice for the Iranian leadership is clear: accept the terms of a deal that ends their nuclear program or face the continued consequences of American strength.

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