Trump ‘Not Satisfied’ in Iran Talks, Casting Doubt on Quick Deal

May 27, 2026, 4:36 PM UTC

President Donald Trump said he was “not satisfied” in negotiations with Iran to end their almost three-month war, damping expectations for an imminent breakthrough.

“They want very much to make a deal. So far, they haven’t gotten there. We’re not satisfied with it,” Trump said Wednesday at the White House.

“They’re negotiating on fumes,” he said during a meeting with Cabinet officials. “Maybe we have to go back and finish it,” he added, without elaborating on whether that meant further military action.

Trump’s remarks followed an Iranian state television report on a draft interim peace deal, which said maritime traffic ...

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