Middle East crisis live: Trump claims strait of Hormuz could open ‘by tomorrow’ as Iran denies any talks taking place
Iran has denied claims made by Donald Trump regarding ongoing negotiations between the two nations. While Trump suggested talks were imminent, Iranian officials stated their focus remains on regional security and the Strait of Hormuz.
Why it matters
The conflicting statements highlight the high-stakes diplomatic tension between the US and Iran, which impacts global stability and oil markets.
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Esmaeil Baghaei , Iran’s foreign ministry spokesperson, told reporters at a weekly press briefing on Monday that Iran is not currently holding any talks with the US, Reuters reports – contradicting claims made by Donald Trump on Sunday night that talks with Iran would happen the next day.
Baghaei said that there were no plans to receive a delegation or send an Iranian one, and that Iran’s current focus was on negotiations with Oman over the strait of Hormuz .
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