# Trump says unwilling to extend memorandum of understanding with Iran

https://mins.news/en/item/24499

- TASS, 2026-08-17 19:36 UTC
- World
- Original: https://tass.com/world/2174357

> US President Donald Trump said he is not seeking to extend the memorandum of understanding with Iran. He added that Tehran is not willing to accept Washington’s terms for ending the conflict, saying it wants a deal but not one he considers necessary.

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