Trump Says Nuclear Talks with Iran Are Next
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- Diplomatic efforts are intensifying to resolve the US-Iran dispute over the Strait of Hormuz.
- US President Donald Trump has stated that nuclear talks with Iran would be next.
- The Strait of Hormuz remains tense, with reports of a cargo ship attack.
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Diplomatic efforts are intensifying to resolve the US-Iran dispute over the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway. Mediators, including Qatar, Pakistan, and Oman, are facilitating negotiations, with Qatar reporting "very progressive stages." US officials express optimism, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent expecting a deal by Wednesday and Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirming progress. However, Iran denies direct talks with Washington, stating discussions are only with Oman. US President Donald Trump had previously suggested the Strait could reopen within hours, calling it Iran's "last chance" and stating he cancelled "massive attacks." The Strait remains tense, with reports of a cargo ship attack and ongoing blockades by both Iran and Washington. The reported progress has led to a drop in Brent crude prices.
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US President Donald Trump has reportedly stated that nuclear talks with Iran would be next, following the expected reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
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US President Donald Trump has reportedly stated that nuclear talks with Iran would be next, following the expected reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
Mediators, including Qatar, have reported progress in efforts to end the US-Iran war, leading to a significant drop in oil prices. Benchmark Brent crude fell more than four per cent following these comments. Despite hopes for a resolution, the Strait of Hormuz remains largely shut, with another ship reportedly coming under attack while attempting to cross. US President Donald Trump stated that talks with Tehran had begun and Iran faced a "last chance" for a deal. However, Iranian officials have insisted that no negotiations with the United States are taking place, clarifying that their only discussions are with Oman regarding the strait, and no major meetings were planned this week. This diplomatic activity follows Trump's recent decision to cancel what he described as "massive attacks" on Iran.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated on Tuesday that progress has been made in discussions with Iran and Oman regarding increased shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, though a final agreement has not yet been reached. He expressed hope that an agreement would be finalized very shortly. Meanwhile, Qatar’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Majed Al Ansari confirmed that diplomatic efforts to resolve the US-Iran dispute are active, with mediators including Qatar, Pakistan, and Oman facilitating negotiations and exchanging draft proposals. Iran is reportedly seeking greater control over Hormuz shipping in talks held in Oman.
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