On July 16 local time, White House press secretary Leavitt said Iran remains in talks with the U.S. and "hopes to reach an agreement" as it is suffering "devastating strikes." Leavitt said recent U.S. strikes were prompted by Iran's violation of a memorandum of understanding.

2026-07-17

On July 16 local time, White House press secretary Leavitt said Iran remains in talks with the U.S. and "hopes to reach an agreement" as it is suffering "devastating strikes." Leavitt said recent U.S. strikes were prompted by Iran's violation of a memorandum of understanding.