US President Donald Trump said on Monday that a deal with Iran “could happen,” shortly after Tehran disclosed indirect negotiations with Washington and offered to reopen the Strait of Hormuz under strict conditions.
The remarks came a day before Tuesday’s midterm elections, with Trump pointing to falling oil prices as a sign that markets do not expect a military conflict. “Oil Prices are DROPPING LIKE A ROCK, down almost $10 a Barrel, A RECORD, because people feel that there will not be a War with Iran,” he posted. “Iran wants a settlement, as soon as possible. It could happen!”
The president’s comments followed Iran’s disclosure of indirect talks with the United States, though the source material did not detail the specifics of those negotiations. Tehran also offered to reopen the Strait of Hormuz — a critical waterway for global oil shipments — but only under strict conditions that were not spelled out.
Trump framed the potential diplomatic opening as a benefit for consumers, highlighting the sharp decline in crude prices. He described the drop as a record and attributed it to reduced fears of a confrontation with Iran.
The timing placed the remarks squarely in the final stretch of the midterm campaign, when energy prices and national security are closely watched by voters. A deal with Iran, if realized, would mark a significant shift in Washington’s posture toward Tehran.
Original Source: https://www.ndtv.com/world-news/ahead-of-midterm-polls-trump-says-iran-deal-could-happen-12273753#publisher=newsstand
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Publish Date: 2026-11-03 03:06:00
