10.07.2026 18:00
US President Trump announced that they conveyed to Iran that the ceasefire has ended, that Tehran wants to continue negotiations, and that he has accepted this.
US President Donald Trump made a statement on his social media account.
Trump said, "Iran asked us to continue the talks. We accepted that. However, the US clearly informed them, leaving no room for doubt, that the ceasefire has ended."
QATARI DELEGATION COORDINATED BY THE US HEADS TO TEHRAN
Prior to these remarks by Trump, Qatar, which had taken action to end the conflicts and reestablish dialogue, launched a critical diplomatic initiative to build a bridge between the two countries.
A reliable source speaking to the international news agency Reuters confirmed that Qatari negotiators traveled to Tehran to meet with Iranian authorities. The source emphasized that this visit and the ongoing talks were conducted in direct coordination with the US.
It was stated that the main goals of the delegation were to reduce escalating tensions, repair broken ties, and create suitable diplomatic conditions to pave the way for broader future negotiations.
WHAT ARE THE CRITICAL AGENDA ITEMS?
The meetings between the Qatari delegation and Iranian officials include pressing topics directly affecting regional security and bilateral relations. Determining the steps to be taken for the de facto implementation of the memorandum of understanding previously reached between the US and Iran. Resolving navigation (maritime traffic) and security disputes in the Strait of Hormuz, which have recently caused serious military and political tensions between Washington and Tehran. Promoting mutual confidence-building measures to prevent the deepening of regional crises.
CURRENT SITUATION ON THE US-IRAN FRONT
To end the US-Iran conflict, the two countries signed the Islamabad Accord on June 14, which provided for a 60-day negotiation period for a final agreement.
The US military launched new attacks against Iran on July 8, and Iran retaliated by targeting US bases in neighboring countries.
Trump, in a statement at the NATO Summit held in Ankara, announced that the ceasefire with Iran had ended and referred to Iranian leaders using terms such as "liars," "filth," "malevolent," "violent," and "sick people."