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U.S. to continue technical talks with Iran despite new strikes
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Key Points:
- The U.S. plans to hold "technical talks" with Iran and remains committed to resolving the conflict despite recent airstrikes exchanged between the two countries.
- President Trump labeled Iran's attacks on commercial vessels as "acts of terrorism" and declared the ceasefire with Iran "over" during the NATO summit in Ankara.
- The U.S. official described Iran's actions as "failed performance at an unacceptable level" under the memorandum of understanding, but stated that negotiations with Tehran will continue.
- Trump expressed skepticism about Iran's sincerity in seeking a ceasefire deal, questioning whether Iran would honor any agreement.
- Iranian officials accused the U.S. of violating the memorandum by threatening further strikes, disregarding Iranian adjustments in the Strait of Hormuz, and reinstating oil sanctions, while the U.S. responded with offensive strikes and revoked an oil sale waiver for Iran.
