U.S. President Donald Trump maintains that the United States is negotiating with Iran to resolve the conflict, amid reports of a 15-point plan and ongoing attacks.
United States President Donald Trump reiterated on March 24, 2026, that negotiations are underway with Iran to end the war, stating that Tehran wants a deal despite its denials. Speaking at the White House, Trump mentioned talking to 'the right people' and referenced a 'very big present' related to oil and gas from Iran.
Media reports indicate that Washington has sent a 15-point plan to Iran via Pakistan, which includes ending Iran's nuclear program and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs acknowledged receiving messages from 'friendly countries' about a U.S. request for negotiations.
Ongoing Conflicts and Public Opinion
Iran has dismissed Trump's claims as 'fake news,' with its parliament speaker calling them inaccurate. A Reuters/Ipsos poll released on the same day showed 61 percent of Americans disapproving of the U.S. attacks on Iran, down from 59 percent the previous week.
Fighting persists, with Iranian attacks wounding seven people in Israel, including an infant, and strikes near Iran's Bushehr nuclear plant causing no damage. The U.S. and Israel continue their military operations, with reports suggesting the U.S. may deploy additional troops to the Middle East.
Negar Mortazavi, a senior fellow at the Center for International Policy, stated that Iran seeks to end the war on its own terms, focusing on establishing deterrence and gaining economic benefits such as sanctions relief and fees for Strait of Hormuz passage. Israel's military spokesman affirmed that its war plans remain unchanged, aiming to remove threats.
In the context of rising energy prices, Trump faces pressure over the unpopular conflict, while Iran maintains its attacks, forcing millions of Israelis into shelters. The situation highlights tensions between diplomatic efforts and military escalations in the region.
U.S. media reports suggest preparations for sending thousands of soldiers from the 82nd Airborne Division, adding to the 50,000 troops already in the area, amid fears of a prolonged war.
