Trump Announces U.S.-Iran Talks to Resume After Planned Military Strike Was Called Off

Kathmandu, August 3 — U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that the United States and Iran will resume diplomatic talks starting Monday, saying a large-scale military strike against Iran was canceled at the last moment.

Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One after spending the weekend at his Bedminster golf club in New Jersey, Trump said preparations for the military operation had been completed. However, he decided to pursue diplomacy instead following appeals from key regional allies.

According to Trump, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Qatar, and even Iran urged the United States to avoid further escalation and seek a negotiated settlement. He declined to provide details about the planned military operation.

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman also reportedly spoke with Trump by telephone, urging efforts to prevent a wider regional conflict and to reduce tensions, according to Saudi state media.

Trump said the upcoming negotiations will primarily focus on the security and management of the Strait of Hormuz, as well as reaching a long-term agreement on Iran's disarmament.

Meanwhile, Iran has reiterated that the United States must fully honor the previous memorandum of understanding reached between the two sides. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei have also indicated that the negotiations are moving in a positive direction.

However, several key issues remain unresolved, including who will collect transit fees in the Strait of Hormuz, the fee structure, and the rules governing maritime passage.

The two countries had signed a ceasefire understanding in June aimed at ending hostilities. However, renewed tensions over the control and security of the Strait of Hormuz undermined the agreement, leading to fresh confrontations and heightened regional instability.

The renewed diplomatic talks are now seen as an important opportunity to ease tensions and work toward a lasting solution.

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