Event Brief
Trump says no Iran talks as Hormuz tensions persist
By The BriefBrief · Sources (9)
Filed: Aug 18, 2026 at 7:04 PM ET
Summary: Trump said there were no talks ongoing with Iran, leaving Strait of Hormuz control in limbo.
WHO: Donald Trump
WHAT: Trump said there were no talks ongoing with Iran.
WHEN: Aug 17, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: Trump insisted there were no talks ongoing with Iran, leaving the Hormuz situation in limbo.
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