President Trump Rejects Extension of Iran Framework Agreement, Citing Unacceptable Terms
President Trump stated on August 17 that he is not seeking to extend the framework agreement reached with Iran in June, which aimed to end the war. When asked by reporters if he wished to extend the agreement, mediated by Pakistan, President Trump unequivocally responded, 'No.' According to Turkish media, this statement comes as the 60-day negotiation period, stipulated by the June agreement for a broader deal, is nearing its end without a comprehensive agreement being reached. President Trump indicated that while Iran is willing to negotiate, they are not prepared to accept the terms he deems necessary. He reiterated his firm stance that Iran must not possess nuclear weapons, stating, 'They want to make a deal, but they won't accept the kind of deal I think is necessary.' 
