President Donald Trump informed reporters on June 17, 2026, that the 60-day period to negotiate with Iran, following the signing of a memorandum of understanding, is not a strict deadline for finalizing an agreement. While speaking in Paris, Trump responded to a question about the timeline, stating, "No, I don’t. [It] could take longer."
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Trump states 60-day timeline for Iran negotiations is flexible
President Trump clarified that the 60-day timeline for negotiations with Iran is not a strict deadline. During a press conference in Paris, he indicated that reaching a final agreement could take longer than the proposed timeframe.
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