Trump Announces New Negotiations with Iran on Monday

On Sunday, U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed that negotiations with Iran would commence on Monday, following his decision to refrain from military strikes against the Islamic republic.

The talks aim to address the ongoing conflict, which has lasted six months, and focus on the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a vital route for global energy supplies. Trump stated that the negotiations would also encompass Iran's denuclearization.

Despite tensions, including a recent explosion near a tanker in the strait, Trump indicated that the "perimeters" of a deal were established. He mentioned that both Iran and U.S. allies, including Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar, requested him to delay military action, which he described as potentially the largest attack since World War II.

Iranian lawmaker Hassan Ghashghavi noted that mediators are working to revive a previous memorandum of understanding from June, which was not a final peace deal but aimed to facilitate further negotiations.