Trump Claims Talks with Iran, Tehran Denies and Says Only Discussing with Oman

Published: Aug 4, 2026 11:09

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The US and Iran each stuck to their own story regarding negotiations: Trump insisted that talks with Iran were underway, divided into two phases—the opening of the Strait of Hormuz and denuclearization—and said the strait would reopen by August 4 at the latest; Iran, however, denied any negotiations with the US, stating that it was only advancing relevant discussions with Oman.

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