- The Wall Street Journal, according to officials: American efforts to ensure the passage of tankers through Hormuz have reduced the urgent need to reach an agreement.
- Wall Street Journal: Officials: Trump's positions may change as war drags on and could be affected by midterm election results
- Wall Street Journal: Officials: The United States has informed Iran and mediators that Trump does not intend to lift the maritime embargo
- Wall Street Journal: Officials: United States believes economic pressure will force Tehran to sign deal