Tehran has denied claims by U.S. President Donald Trump that negotiations to end the Iran war would begin on Monday, according to a statement from Iranian officials. The denial comes after Trump said he had decided against carrying out major strikes against Iran at the urging of Gulf allies Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates (Global News). The U.S. had previously announced that talks with Iran were set to begin, but Iran has stated that no negotiations are currently underway (Al Jazeera).

The Iranian statement contradicts Trump’s assertion, which was made following the cancellation of U.S. strikes against Iran. The White House had initially claimed that an agreement with Iran was imminent, but this was later refuted by Tehran. The situation remains tense as both sides continue to navigate the complex diplomatic and military landscape between the two nations (CBS News).

The denial from Iran highlights the ongoing uncertainty surrounding U.S.-Iran relations. While Trump has expressed a desire to resume talks, Iran has not shown any willingness to engage in direct negotiations. This lack of progress underscores the challenges in resolving the long-standing conflict between the two countries. (Al Jazeera)