Trump: Iran peace talks possible as soon as Friday
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President Trump indicates Iran peace talks could happen as soon as Friday.
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President Trump indicated on Wednesday morning that a second round of peace talks between the U.S. and Iran might occur within the next "36 to 72 hours." This signal comes a day after President Trump indefinitely extended a ceasefire in the ongoing conflict. The potential for talks, possibly as soon as Friday, suggests a diplomatic push to resolve tensions between the two nations. President Trump reportedly communicated this possibility in a text message to the New York Post. This development follows previous efforts to de-escalate the situation.
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