Iran War Live Updates: Trump Says U.S. and Iran Held ‘Very Good’ Talks on Ending Conflict
The New York Times • • general
Key Points:
- Iranian state media framed President Trump’s postponement of strikes as a sign of backing down, amid Iran’s vows to retaliate against attacks on power and energy sites and denials of any talks with the U.S.
- The ongoing U.S.-Israeli air war on Iran has caused over 2,000 deaths and triggered a regional conflict, with significant economic fallout including a more than 50% surge in oil and gas prices since late February.
- Israel’s missile defense system faced scrutiny after Iranian missiles struck near critical sites, revealing possible operational failures and concerns about interceptor missile stockpiles amid continued Iranian attacks.
- Iran warned that any attacks on its energy infrastructure would prompt retaliatory strikes on regional infrastructure and a closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global oil transit route, escalating tensions further.
- Iranian civilians express fear and anger over the war’s impact on infrastructure and daily life, with warnings from Iranian officials and activists that targeting power plants would harm ordinary people and violate international law.
