Iran’s deputy foreign minister said on Wednesday Tehran is not negotiating with
the United States over the Strait of Hormuz, calling US claims that talks are
underway incorrect. He said Iran has received US communications indicating
Washington is prepared to resume prior commitments, but Tehran has not decided
whether to enter a second phase that would implement any US‑Iran memorandum of
understanding. Earlier on Wednesday President Trump said the Strait would reopen
“soon” or he would launch a new round of strikes, saying “very good discussions”
were underway and warning he would resume military action if Iran reneged.
