Trump pauses Iran strikes as US-Iran talks set to begin amid Hormuz diplomacy push | TheBriefWire
Trump pauses Iran strikes as US-Iran talks set to begin amid Hormuz diplomacy push
Published 3 August 2026 · world
US President Donald Trump has stepped back from planned air strikes on Iran following a flurry of diplomatic calls, including talks with Saudi Crown Prince
US President Donald Trump has stepped back from planned air strikes on Iran following a flurry of diplomatic calls, including talks with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who warned of the wider consequences of further escalation.
Trump says dialogue between Washington and Tehran will begin on Monday, though sources say the talks will be indirect, involving intermediaries from Qatar and Pakistan. Meanwhile, negotiations over the Strait of Hormuz are continuing, with Iran insisting on a role in controlling shipping movements through the strategic waterway.
Tehran has warned of retaliation if its infrastructure is targeted, while regional powers say the strait must reopen to protect global energy markets. Al Jazeera’s
Osama Bin Javaid reports from Doha. Find us on Check our website Check out our Instagram page Download AJE Mobile App
Published: August 3, 2026 • 9:54 AM IST · Updated: August 3, 2026 • 10:42 AM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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US President Donald Trump has stepped back from planned air strikes on Iran following a flurry of diplomatic calls, including talks with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who warned of the wider consequences of further escalation.
Trump says dialogue between Washington and Tehran will begin on Monday, though sources say the talks will be indirect, involving intermediaries from Qatar and Pakistan.
Meanwhile, negotiations over the Strait of Hormuz are continuing, with Iran insisting on a role in controlling shipping movements through the strategic waterway.
Tehran has warned of retaliation if its infrastructure is targeted, while regional powers say the strait must reopen to protect global energy markets.
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