Iran signals no immediate U.S. talks after Trump says negotiations to resume
Key Points:
- Iran stated there are currently no direct talks with the United States, with negotiations limited to Oman and focused on ensuring safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei emphasized that discussions with Oman are about reopening the Strait, while broader Iran-U.S. issues will be addressed at a later stage.
- U.S. President Donald Trump announced that negotiations with Iran would resume, following the cancellation of a planned military strike, but did not set a deadline for a comprehensive deal.
- Trump highlighted that the ongoing talks aim to prevent further loss of life and include demands for the complete reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and ending Iran’s nuclear threat.
- Despite negotiations, Iran warned there would be no significant change in the Strait of Hormuz's situation as long as U.S. military pressure continues.