Event Brief
Trump says Iran talks are underway, Tehran denies
Filed: Aug 04, 2026 at 9:04 AM ET
Summary: Trump claimed Iran talks are underway about reopening the Strait of Hormuz, while Tehran denied any talks.
WHO: Donald Trump
WHAT: Trump claimed Iran talks were underway and discussed reopening the Strait of Hormuz; Tehran denied talks were taking place.
WHEN: Aug 04, 2026 at 7:11 AM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: Trump was reacting to Iran’s alleged duplicity and conflicting claims about whether talks were occurring.
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