Iran live updates: Iran denies any talks with US following Trump's remarks
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Key Points:
- The Trump administration has not confirmed if or when in-person talks between U.S. and Iranian officials will occur, describing the situation as "fluid" and sensitive.
- White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt emphasized that negotiations will not be conducted through the press and that no meetings should be considered final until officially announced.
- Reports suggest U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner, and Vice President JD Vance might travel to Islamabad, Pakistan, for talks, but these remain unconfirmed by U.S. officials.
- Pakistan is acting as a mediator in the negotiations, with Turkey and Egypt also facilitating discussions, and an in-person meeting in Islamabad is reportedly under consideration.
- Talks are expected to take place within the next five days, aligning with President Trump's announcement of a temporary pause on strikes against Iranian power plants, though no agreements are finalized.
