President Donald Trump confirmed on Sunday that the United States will enter into new negotiations with Iran starting Monday afternoon. The announcement comes shortly after the President opted to call off planned military strikes against the Islamic Republic. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, Trump suggested that the shift toward diplomacy was influenced by Iran’s desire to avoid a military confrontation, stating, "Obviously, they don't want to be attacked."

The President framed the upcoming talks as a strategic pivot from potential kinetic action to a diplomatic process. While the administration has not provided specific details regarding the agenda or the participants of these talks, the move marks a significant change in the immediate trajectory of U.S.-Iran relations following recent escalations. Both Middle East Eye and France24 report the core facts of the announcement identically, noting that the decision to pursue a deal was the primary reason for the suspension of the military operation. Neither outlet provided further context on the specific nature of the negotiations or whether Iranian officials have officially confirmed their participation in the Monday timeline.