US President Donald Trump stated on Tuesday that there are no planned or ongoing talks with Iran. Trump indicated that he will not attempt to revive a stalled truce, leaving the simmering conflict in the Middle East and the struggle for control of the Strait of Hormuz in limbo.
Trump insisted that the Strait of Hormuz remains open and operating, claiming the U.S. has total control over the critical waterway. This contradicts assertions from Iranian officials and reports of limited traffic and a ship attack. Iran's top negotiator stated that the strait will remain shut until the U.S. meets the conditions of an interim deal inked in June.
Tensions have further escalated as Trump threatened Oman for seeking a shipping agreement with Tehran. Additionally, the U.S. president hit out at states bordering the Strait of Hormuz as they continue talks regarding the management of the strategic waterway.
In separate regional developments, Syria, the US, and Turkey have condemned Israeli strikes carried out on a Syrian airbase.