Trump says US has ‘agreed’ to continue Iran talks but ceasefire ‘over’
Summary
President Donald Trump said the United States agreed to continue talks with Iran, but he declared that the ceasefire between the two countries is over. Both sides have recently exchanged attacks around the Strait of Hormuz, and there are efforts by other countries, like Qatar, to help reduce tensions and support further negotiations.Key Facts
- President Trump confirmed the US agreed to continue negotiations with Iran after a request from Tehran.
- Trump stated the June 17 ceasefire between the US and Iran has ended.
- The US and Iran have been exchanging attacks, including strikes targeting military and commercial areas near the Strait of Hormuz.
- Since Tuesday, the US has hit about 170 targets in Iran, and Iran has retaliated by striking US assets in the region.
- The June 17 memorandum of understanding aimed to stop fighting, lift a US naval blockade on Iran, and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
- It is unclear if the new talks will focus on ending the conflict or on issues like Iran’s nuclear program, frozen assets, and strait management.
- Qatar is reportedly visiting Iran to help reduce tensions and support broader negotiations in Qatar or Pakistan.
- Both the US and Iran accuse each other of violating the ceasefire agreement, especially about the rules for ship passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
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