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Trump says Iran response to US peace plan coming tonight as war end push accelerates
International
Published on 9 May 2026
A letter is expected tonight, but the timing is tense
US President Donald Trump said he expects Iran to respond by Friday night to Washington’s latest proposal aimed at ending the Middle East conflict. Speaking outside the White House, Trump said he was “getting a letter supposedly tonight,” signaling the US would evaluate Iran’s reply as diplomatic efforts continue amid heightened regional tensions.
- Trump expects Iran’s response to a US peace proposal by Friday night
- He said he is awaiting a “letter supposedly tonight” from Iran
- The announcement comes as regional tensions remain elevated
- US will assess the response as talks to end the war continue
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