Iran official accuses Trump of staged diplomacy as US president says war will end soon

President Joe Biden announced that he is actively engaged in diplomatic talks aimed at ending the current conflict, stating that the war would conclude “pretty soon.” In a brief press briefing, the president emphasized that the United States is working with international partners to bring a swift resolution, and warned that Iran’s continued support for hostile actors in the region could not be sustained for much longer.

The comments come amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, where Iran has been accused of supplying weapons and training to groups opposing Israel. Washington has repeatedly called for a cease‑fire and a return to negotiations, while urging Iran to curtail its destabilizing activities. The president’s remarks signal a renewed U.S. push to leverage diplomatic channels and economic pressure to compel Iran to step back from its involvement in the hostilities.

Biden’s statement underscores the administration’s dual strategy of maintaining pressure on Iran while pursuing a negotiated settlement. If the talks succeed, the region could see a rapid de-escalation and a shift in Iran’s role, potentially reshaping the geopolitical balance in the Middle East.