The president is also reported to have said that he expects attacks on Iran to resume after the midterm elections in November. According to the sources, however, Trump's view of the war may change in the near future and may also be affected by the outcome of the midterm elections.
According to Iran's proposal for a seven-day ceasefire, the Strait of Hormuz would have been opened in exchange for, among other things, the US lifting the naval blockade and all sanctions on Iranian oil.
Outwardly, Trump has said that after the midterm elections, Iran wants to reach an agreement that dismantles the country's nuclear programme - but behind closed doors, he is doubtful that Iran would agree to his demands, according to the sources.
