Trump says Iran talks are moving 'in an orderly manner' and cautions against rushing a deal
President Donald Trump said talks to end the war with Iran are proceeding in an 'orderly and constructive manner,' while cautioning against rushing toward an agreement. His remarks coincided with reports that a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could be near. Oil markets, rattled by weeks of disruption, are watching the diplomacy closely.
Trump told reporters the talks were proceeding in an 'orderly and constructive manner' and said there was 'no rush' to finalise an accord, signalling that Washington wants a durable settlement rather than a quick one. The comments mark a more measured tone after weeks of escalation over Iran's nuclear programme and shipping in the Gulf.
According to reports, negotiators are closing in on terms that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a chokepoint for roughly a fifth of seaborne oil, after disruptions pushed crude prices sharply higher. Trump said the relationship between Washington and Tehran was becoming 'more professional', though no agreement has yet been signed.
Analysts cautioned that key issues — verification, sanctions relief and the future of uranium enrichment — remain unresolved, and that earlier rounds had stalled. Iranian officials have struck a defiant public tone even as back-channel contacts continue, leaving the timeline uncertain. Energy traders said any confirmed deal would likely ease the war-risk premium built into oil prices.
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