US President Trump tweeted that Iran's leadership is "two-faced", saying some
officials have requested — even "begged" — meetings; negotiations have begun and
further talks are scheduled in coming days. He added Iran publicly denies
holding talks and says it has only been in contact with Oman. Trump asserted the
Strait of Hormuz is effectively under US Navy control via a US "blockade
operation" — an "American steel wall" — and warned that nothing will enter Iran
unless the US allows it; unless an agreement is reached or Iran effects a
"complete surrender", shipments will not transit. He reiterated that Iran will
never be allowed to acquire nuclear weapons.