U.S. President Trump told reporters at the White House on Aug. 3 that talks with
Iran is underway and will proceed in two phases: first reopening the Strait of
Hormuz, then denuclearization. He said the strait could be reopened as soon as
tomorrow and that the talks were at Iran’s request with support from Saudi
Arabia, the UAE and Qatar. Trump said Washington had been prepared to launch a
major strike until Iran and Gulf states called to seek talks, reiterated that
Iran must not possess nuclear weapons, and said he would not allow Iran to
charge vessels for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, calling it "Iran's last
chance."
