- Donald Trump and Bill Cassidy discussed the Iran deal, with Trump providing critical feedback and negotiations for a potential final agreement.
- Khamenei approved a deal after assurances from Pezeshkian, with Trump using leverage to achieve the accord.
Donald Trump put odds on Mojtaba Khamenei's death while Masoud Pezeshkian met Khamenei in a secretive manner.
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Updated Aug 16
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What happened
Donald Trump put odds on Mojtaba Khamenei's death while Masoud Pezeshkian met Khamenei in a secretive manner.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Trump commented on regime change as Iran faces economic strain and leadership warnings.1 source
Trump bets on Khamenei's death; Pezeshkian holds secret meeting with Supreme Leader.1 source
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The entities involved
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Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
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Mojtaba Khamenei
cleric and 3rd Supreme Leader of Iran since 2026
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Masoud Pezeshkian
9th President of Iran (2024-) and former Co-Interim Supreme Leader of Iran (in 2026)
Related events
- Iran's President Pezeshkian is currently leading the country, which is facing a critical strategic situation involving Russia and the Kremlin.
- Pezeshkian coordinated a proposal with Mojtaba Khamenei, seeking US acceptance for the plan, and spoke to CBS regarding the matter.
- Pezeshkian dismissed incoming US sanctions while Trump stated no timetable for restarting Iran talks, amid Iranian actions against foreign media.
- Iranian President Pezeshkian attends the UN General Assembly in New York, where the possibility of a meeting with Donald Trump is being discussed.
- The leader is involved in the Middle East conflict, and Pezeshkian reports on communication difficulties with Khamenei.