Trump claims Hormuz as 'new US territory', denies Iran talks
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump said Tuesday that no talks with Iran are underway and none are scheduled, as he posted a map showing the Strait of Hormuz as a new American territory in a fresh jibe at Tehran.
On Tuesday, US President Donald Trump announced that Iran and the United States were not having any talks or scheduled conversations, despite earlier claims from Jared Kushner. The president dismissed reports of positive discussions, stating that the naval blockade on the Strait of Hormuz remained in effect. Trump asserted that the strait was open and operating, with all water mines removed or detonated.
Iran accused the UAE of firing two ballistic missiles targeting maritime navigation, though Iran denied involvement. In response to the regional escalation, the UAE halted all trade and financial transactions with Iran. Trump posted a map on Truth Social, claiming the Strait of Hormuz as a new US territory, a claim Iran vehemently denied.
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