US President Donald Trump announced that diplomatic negotiations with Iran are ongoing and said he gave Tehran a 'last chance' for a deal. Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump said, 'This is their last chance to sign a good document. I want to give them every last chance before I cut off their heads.'
Trump stated that he agreed to continue diplomacy at the request of Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar and other regional partners. 'We are talking right now,' the US President said, rejecting Iran's claim that no direct negotiations were held with Washington.
Trump said the talks are focused on two main issues: the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and Iran's nuclear program. He noted that the strategic waterway could be opened 'literally tomorrow,' but reaching an agreement on denuclearization could take longer.
Trump's remarks came after Iran's Foreign Ministry announced the same day that no negotiations were being conducted with the US. Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Ismail Bakayi said, 'Our negotiations are being conducted with Oman to ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.'
The conflicting statements highlight the uncertainty of diplomatic efforts as the conflict between Washington and Tehran enters its sixth month. The US and Israel launched surprise attacks on Iran on February 28, starting a war that has included periods of military escalation and intermittent diplomatic contact.
Despite months of negotiations, Iran continues to possess stockpiles of enriched uranium and maintains the capability to launch missiles and drones at US and allied targets in the region.
The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the biggest obstacles to ending the conflict. After the collapse of a previous ceasefire, Iran reimposed its blockade of the strategic waterway, disrupting commercial shipping and raising concerns about global energy supplies.
Last week, Trump threatened renewed military action against Iran, including possible strikes on energy infrastructure, but later said a 'framework' for a potential deal had emerged.
