Politics● ElevatedAug 18 · Aug 18, 2026, 6:45 PM
Trump Says No Talks Planned with Iran , Tehran Says Strait of Hormuz Still Shut
GlobeAlert Desk · curated from english.aawsat.com · Syria
Former President Trump stated no talks with Iran are planned, while Tehran asserted the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, indicating continued international tension and a lack of diplomatic engagement.
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