Trump says Iran deal 'hours' away as Beirut strike roils talks

US President Donald Trump said a deal to end the Iran war was “hours” from signing, blaming Israel’s Beirut strike for delaying the agreement, as Iran signaled skepticism about continuing talks. Tehran warned the move could backfire and a high‑level delegation from Qatar was in Tehran to help push a final deal, while key sticking points persist over lifting sanctions, security in the Strait of Hormuz, and Iran’s nuclear program, with diplomacy continuing despite recent tensions.