- A previous ceasefire deal fell through last month; mediators were trying to revive the U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding, while President Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran must compel the enemy to remain committed to what it signed.
- On August 2, Baqaei stated a deal was close with Oman on managing Hormuz.
- Trump said Iran, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Qatar asked him to hold off on further strikes; Iranian media denied Tehran made such a request.
US-Iran negotiations face significant hurdles as President Trump claims Iran requested a pause in military strikes, a statement Tehran refutes.
The Iranian Foreign Ministry stated, “We are not currently negotiating with the United States. Our negotiations are with Oman to secure passage through the Strait of Hormuz,” emphasizing their focus on regional discussions.4
Trump announced that new talks would commence, addressing issues surrounding the Strait of Hormuz and Iran's nuclear program, which he deems critical.
“Now what we’re doing is we’re talking to them in the form of a negotiation,” Trump said, although he did not disclose details about the talks.
The conflict, ongoing since February 28, has seen periods of relative calm interspersed with military actions, including threats from Trump to launch significant strikes against Iran.
The Hormuz shipping route remains a contentious issue, with Iran obstructing vessels and demanding control over the strait, which the U.S. opposes.
A previous ceasefire deal aimed at reopening the strait fell apart last month, complicating the situation further.123
Iranian lawmaker Hassan Ghashghavi noted that mediators are attempting to revive a memorandum of understanding from June, which included provisions for Hormuz.
“They know that the main issue and, in fact, the key to the matter right now is the issue of the Strait of Hormuz,” Ghashghavi stated, indicating ongoing discussions.
As tensions persist, the international community watches closely, hoping for a resolution that ensures stability in the region.
“On August 2, Iranian official Baqaei indicated a deal was close with Oman regarding Hormuz, but clarified it wouldn't mean reopening the strait. Meanwhile, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian emphasized the need for Iran to ensure commitments from the U.S. in ongoing negotiations.”
