Trump Claims US-Iran Talks, Postpones Strikes; Iran Denies Discussion

President Donald Trump announced on social media that the US and Iran have engaged in talks aimed at a “complete and total resolution of hostilities” in the Middle East.

He said he was postponing threatened strikes on Iranian power plants for five days—a move that immediately eased oil and gas prices.

However, Iran’s parliament speaker denied any discussions, calling the reports “fake news” and accusing the media of attempting to manipulate oil markets.

Trump later issued a warning that Iran has “one more chance” to pursue peace, following his earlier 48-hour ultimatum for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, threatening to “obliterate” Iranian power plants if the deadline was ignored.

These rapid-fire developments underscore the volatility of the Middle East conflict, with both sides sending conflicting signals that have left markets and observers on edge.