Trump says Iran can phone if it wants to talk; Iranian minister heads to Russia
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Key Points:
- President Donald Trump stated that Iran can call the U.S. to negotiate an end to their two-month conflict but emphasized that Iran must never acquire a nuclear weapon.
- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi engaged in shuttle diplomacy with Pakistan, Oman, and was set to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss regional security and the Strait of Hormuz blockade.
- Peace talks stalled after Trump canceled a planned visit by his envoys to Islamabad, citing an inadequate Iranian offer, while Iran demanded the U.S. lift its maritime blockade before negotiations could proceed.
- The conflict has caused significant regional instability, including disruptions to Gulf shipping, rising oil prices, and renewed violence between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon.
- Both sides maintain extensive disagreements beyond the nuclear issue, including Iran's regional proxy support and missile capabilities, while Iran insists on sanctions relief and an end to Israeli attacks on Hezbollah.
