A hidden diplomatic effort between the U.S. and Iran has apparently collapsed—Axios details that Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Khamenei, has gone into hiding in a bunker in Tehran, apparently fearing an Israeli assassination attempt.
President Trump, along with Turkey's Erdoğan, had organized a covert meeting in Istanbul between U.S. and Iranian officials. But as Khamenei could not be contacted for his approval, Iran withdrew. Trump was even willing to meet directly with the president of Iran, but without Khamenei's green light, the delegation backed out.
After the collapse, Trump stated that Iran was supposed to sign an agreement, warning sternly: "Iran must never have nuclear weapons." In response, the U.S. has increased military readiness—deploying six B-2 stealth bombers from Missouri.
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🧭 Key Points:
Topic Details
Meeting Location Secret talks between the U.S. and Iran planned in Istanbul by Trump & Erdoğan
Khamenei's Status Hiding in a bunker in Tehran, communications cut off, approval absent
Outcome Iran withdrew; Trump claimed an agreement was expected
U.S. Reaction Increased military alert with six B-2 bombers dispatched