US President Donald Trump said on Monday that Washington had held “very strong” talks with Iran and reached “major points of agreement,” delaying planned strikes on Iranian power plants and energy infrastructure by five days. The talks involved Iranian leadership through US special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, but not the supreme leader. Trump described the discussions as a “great start” for Iran and the region.
Iran quickly rejected the claim, saying no direct talks had occurred and reaffirming its position on the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian officials warned that attacks on their energy infrastructure could trigger retaliation, and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps reported strikes on US and Israeli targets in Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE.
Despite the claims of diplomacy, Israel continued airstrikes on Tehran, targeting missile and nuclear facilities, while two Iranian nuclear scientists were reportedly killed. Analysts note that US and Israeli goals differ, with Israel seeking broad neutralization of Iran’s strategic capabilities, while the US may accept limited outcomes that reduce confrontation.
The conflict is affecting global markets, with energy prices fluctuating and concerns rising over potential damage to Gulf energy infrastructure and regional economies.
Credit – CGTN
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