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    Trump Appoints Steve Witkoff to Lead Iran Diplomacy for New Nuclear Agreement

    Trump Appoints Steve Witkoff to Lead Iran Diplomacy for New Nuclear Agreement

    Jan 23, 2025, 04:07 PM

    President Donald Trump is set to appoint his Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, to lead diplomatic efforts concerning Iran, according to multiple sources including two senior American officials. This move suggests that Trump is willing to explore diplomatic avenues before escalating pressure on Tehran. The decision is seen as an indication of Trump's interest in negotiating a new nuclear agreement with Iran, specifically addressing concerns over Tehran's nuclear programme.

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    Will formal nuclear agreement talks between the U.S. and Iran begin by mid-2025?

    Will formal nuclear agreement talks between the U.S. and Iran begin by mid-2025?

    Donald Trump•Middle East•Steve Witkoff•Iran•American•Trump•Tehran
    Resolution / Starting Odds

    No • 50%

    Yes • 50%

    Press releases or official statements from the U.S. or Iranian governments

    Will Iran agree to halt uranium enrichment in negotiations by the end of 2025?

    Will Iran agree to halt uranium enrichment in negotiations by the end of 2025?

    Donald Trump•Middle East•Steve Witkoff•Iran•American•Trump•Tehran
    Resolution / Starting Odds

    Yes • 50%

    No • 50%

    Official statements from the Iranian government or international nuclear agencies

    Will Steve Witkoff negotiate a preliminary nuclear agreement with Iran by the end of 2025?

    Will Steve Witkoff negotiate a preliminary nuclear agreement with Iran by the end of 2025?

    Donald Trump•Middle East•Steve Witkoff•Iran•American•Trump•Tehran
    Resolution / Starting Odds

    No • 50%

    Yes • 50%

    Official announcements from the U.S. State Department or Iranian government

    What concessions will the U.S. offer in negotiations with Iran by the end of 2025?

    What concessions will the U.S. offer in negotiations with Iran by the end of 2025?

    Donald Trump•Middle East•Steve Witkoff•Iran•American•Trump•Tehran
    Resolution / Starting Odds

    No significant concessions • 25%

    Nuclear program limitations • 25%

    Military de-escalation • 25%

    Economic sanctions relief • 25%

    Details from official negotiation documents or press releases

    What will be the outcome of Steve Witkoff's diplomatic efforts with Iran by the end of 2025?

    What will be the outcome of Steve Witkoff's diplomatic efforts with Iran by the end of 2025?

    Donald Trump•Middle East•Steve Witkoff•Iran•American•Trump•Tehran
    Resolution / Starting Odds

    Preliminary agreement reached • 25%

    Formal negotiations initiated • 25%

    No progress made • 25%

    Escalation of tensions • 25%

    New deal reached • 25%

    Stalemate, no progress • 25%

    Increased sanctions • 25%

    Military escalation • 25%

    Official announcements from the U.S. State Department or Iranian government

    Which countries will be involved in negotiating a new nuclear agreement with Iran by mid-2025?

    Which countries will be involved in negotiating a new nuclear agreement with Iran by mid-2025?

    Donald Trump•Middle East•Steve Witkoff•Iran•American•Trump•Tehran
    Resolution / Starting Odds

    U.S. and Iran only • 25%

    U.S., Iran, and European countries • 25%

    U.S., Iran, and Russia/China • 25%

    U.S., Iran, and Middle Eastern countries • 25%

    Official statements from involved countries or international diplomatic bodies