NYT
Trump Lashes Out as Preliminary Deal With Iran Expires
Monday, August 17, 2026
President Trump criticized Oman on January 15, 2026, after a preliminary agreement between the United States and Iran expired without renewal. Oman had served as a mediator in the negotiations. The preliminary deal's expiration marked a breakdown in talks aimed at addressing the conflict. Trump's administration did not announce a new framework for continued negotiations as of that date.
Original reporting: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/17/us/politics/trump-iran-truce-oman.html
