Iran stops negotiations with U.S., vows to 'completely' block Strait of Hormuz: State media
Iran said it will halt indirect talks until Israel stops its Lebanon offensive, as oil prices jumped 6.6% on fears the Strait of Hormuz could be blocked.
- On Monday, Iran's negotiating team suspended indirect message exchanges with the United States via mediators, citing Israeli military strikes in Lebanon as a violation of ceasefire preconditions.
- Tehran demands an immediate halt to Israeli operations in Gaza and Lebanon, plus full Israeli withdrawal from Lebanese territory, before resuming diplomatic communications, according to the Tasnim News Agency.
- Beyond the diplomatic pause, Tehran and allied groups have placed the potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz and activation of additional regional fronts on their agenda, Tasnim reported.
- Oil prices surged over 2 percent amid fears of broader conflict, while Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warned that Tehran will not approve any agreement unless its 'rights' are guaranteed.
- The United States Central Command confirmed it carried out 'self-defence strikes' on Iranian radar and drone facilities over the weekend, responding to what it described as aggressive actions.
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Trump says deal with Iran on truce, Hormuz expected over the next week - The Tribune
US President Donald Trump shared his optimism regarding Middle East truce talks with Iran, noting progress despite recent military friction. However, escalation quickly followed as Israel launched fresh strikes in Lebanon, prompting Tehran to freeze back-channel diplomatic communications with Washington.
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Iran suspends its indirect negotiations with the US on an end to the fighting.
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Iran halts peace talks with US
Iran has backed out of peace negotiations with the US.
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