Trump Calls Off Iran Attack, Talks to Resume Amid Imminent Deal
US President Donald Trump announced that talks with Iran would resume on August 3, following his decision to call off a 'massive' attack against the country. The move comes after a plea from Tehran and requests from US Gulf allies, including Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar.
The Strait of Hormuz, which connects the Persian Gulf to the Arabian Sea, is crucial for global oil supplies, with over 20% of the world's oil and gas passing through it. Trump stated that a deal on the strait was 'imminent', although he did not provide further details.
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei disputed Trump's claim, stating that there were currently no negotiations under way between Iran and the United States. However, Trump maintained that talks would resume on August 3.