Iran live updates: US forces conduct 'self-defense' strikes in Iran, CENTCOM says
Last updated: Monday, May 25, 2026 11:31PM GMT
President Donald Trump announced "major combat operations" against Iran on Feb. 28, with massive joint U.S.-Israeli strikes targeting military, government and infrastructure sites.
Following the announcement of a two-week ceasefire, initial U.S.-Iran talks in Pakistan in April failed to reach a peace deal.
President Donald Trump honored the 13 service members killed during the war in Iran while delivering Memorial Day remarks at Arlington National Cemetery.
Trump later announced the open-ended extension of the ceasefire and the continuation of a U.S. blockade until negotiations are concluded "one way or the other."
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Trump says agreement 'largely negotiated,' includes Strait of Hormuz reopening
President Donald Trump said Saturday that a framework for a peace deal with Iran will be announced shortly and it will include opening the Strait of Hormuz.
In a lengthy social media post, the president said he spoke with several Middle Eastern leaders and "an Agreement has been largely negotiated, subject to finalization between the United States of America, the Islamic Republic of Iran, and the various other Countries."
"Final aspects and details of the Deal are currently being discussed, and will be announced shortly," he said.
The post added: "In addition to many other elements of the Agreement, the Strait of Hormuz will be opened."
-ABC News' Selina Wang
