US stated it seeks negotiations aimed at rolling back Iran's disputed nuclear program and reopening the strait.
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"The U.S. is eager to press ahead with negotiations with Iran aimed at fully reopening the strait, rolling back Tehran’s disputed nuclear program and reaching a permanent end to the war launched Feb. 28."
"The talks are meant to focus on the toughest matters, including fully reopening the strait and rolling back Tehran’s disputed nuclear program."
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- Iran's state media denied Tehran had sought a deal with the United States, accusing Washington of pressuring Gulf countries.
- Iran's Foreign Ministry stated Tehran will use all means to defend its rights against aggression by the United States and Israel.
- Trump said he would block the US-Saudi nuclear deal unless Riyadh normalized with Israel and joined the Abraham Accords.
- Trump said the US would continue military strikes against Iran, insisting Tehran would never be allowed to acquire a nuclear weapon.
- Trump said US officials including Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner, JD Vance and Marco Rubio were engaged in discussions related to Iran.