President Donald Trump said diplomatic talks with Iran could resume within the next few days [1, 2, 3].

The potential restart of negotiations marks a critical turning point in the effort to end the conflict that followed Iranian attacks on U.S. interests [1, 4]. A return to the bargaining table could prevent further escalation in the Strait of Hormuz region and stabilize international shipping lanes [1, 2].

Trump said the war is very close to being over [1]. While some reports indicate the current ceasefire has ended, the president said that talks on a deal will continue [3]. This suggests a transition from a temporary halt in hostilities to a more permanent diplomatic resolution.

The conflict has centered on U.S. interests and the strategic waters of the Strait of Hormuz [1, 2]. The administration is now moving toward a framework to terminate the war, with some reports mentioning a specific deadline for the conclusion of hostilities [4].

Official representatives have not yet detailed the specific terms of the upcoming talks. However, the goal remains to move toward a definitive end to the war [1, 4]. The timing of these discussions is critical as both nations weigh the costs of continued military tension against the benefits of a negotiated settlement [1, 2].

Trump said the diplomatic process is the primary path forward to resolve the remaining disputes between the two nations [1, 3].

“The war is "very close to being over"”

The shift toward resuming diplomatic talks suggests the U.S. is prioritizing a negotiated exit from the conflict over continued military pressure. If successful, these talks could reduce the risk of a wider regional war and restore stability to global energy markets, though the expiration of the previous ceasefire creates a volatile window for negotiations.