West Asia war LIVE: Trump agrees to more Iran talks but insists truce is over
Tensions remain high in West Asia as Iran declares 'zero trust' in the US despite ongoing peace negotiations. The US is demanding that Iran guarantee the safety and openness of the Strait of Hormuz.
Why it matters
The Strait of Hormuz is a critical global energy chokepoint; instability here directly impacts global oil prices and regional security.
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf stressed that Tehran remains prepared for “full-scale defence” should the U.S. betray the Memorandum of Understanding signed by the two countries last month.
The article presents the conflicting positions of both the US and Iranian officials without taking a side.
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