Trump pauses Iran strikes

Trump said he halted planned Iran strikes and saw a settlement near; Iranian officials said no final agreement had been reached.

1. Frame 1Trump said he called off new Iran strikes after threatening escalation, claiming a settlement was near.
2. Frame 2Iran's Foreign Ministry said mediators were active, but Tehran had not reached a final decision.
3. Frame 3Spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei said Iran had not reached a final conclusion on the agreement.
4. Frame 4A letter of intent or memorandum could be signed early next week if talks produce written terms.
5. Frame 5Extending the ceasefire would give U.S. leaders more time for nuclear-program talks.
6. Frame 6Watch for a signed letter or memorandum as Iran disputes that any final deal exists.