Ultimatums, diplomacy and a trip to Graceland as Trump eyes a deal with Iran
America may be a nation at war, but the president's activities have been a mix of diplomacy and diversions - with the occasional swing toward the surreal.
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America may be a nation at war, but the president's activities have been a mix of diplomacy and diversions - with the occasional swing toward the surreal.
The article investigates President Trump's claim of progress in negotiations with Iran over the Strait of Hormuz crisis, contrasting it with Tehran's firm denials and highlighting the uncertainty surrounding the talks.
In the wake of a three-week war with Iran, the Trump administration has started preliminary strategic planning for potential peace talks, signaling interest in 'winding down' the conflict.
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