Trump Hails 'Very Good and Productive' Talks with Iran, Postpones Planned Strikes
President Donald Trump has announced that the United States and Iran have engaged in very good and productive conversations over the past two days aimed at achieving a complete and total resolution to their hostilities in the Middle East
In a statement posted on Truth Social, Trump expressed optimism about the tone and depth of the discussions, noting that they will continue throughout the week. He described the exchanges as in-depth, detailed, and constructive, signaling a potential path toward de-escalation in the ongoing conflict.
Based on the positive progress, Trump revealed that he has instructed the Department of Defense to postpone any military strikes on Iranian power plants and energy infrastructure for a five-day period. This temporary pause is conditional on the success of the ongoing meetings and talks. The announcement comes amid heightened tensions, with the U.S. previously threatening action if Iran did not reopen the Strait of Hormuz to international shipping. Markets reacted swiftly to the news, with oil prices dropping sharply as investors anticipated a possible end to the three-week-old war.
However, Iranian officials have pushed back against Trump's claims, denying that any such productive conversations took place and accusing the U.S. side of attempting to manipulate markets and buy time. Despite the denial, the development has introduced fresh uncertainty and volatility into global energy markets while raising hopes among observers that diplomatic efforts could still prevent further escalation in the region. Talks are expected to proceed in the coming days as both sides navigate the delicate situation.
