US President Donald Trump has said that Iran has been given a final opportunity to reach an agreement through talks. He said the United States agreed to negotiate with Iran after receiving requests from friendly countries in West Asia.According to a US news agency, the United States and Israel had planned joint attacks on Iran’s oil facilities and electronic installations over the weekend. The plan raised concerns that the conflict in West Asia could become more serious. However, the planned attacks have been temporarily put on hold. Trump confirmed this on Sunday.Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump said the ongoing talks with Iran were very important. He warned that Iran must use the opportunity to reach an agreement, including a possible ceasefire. Otherwise, he said, Iran could face serious consequences.
Trump also said that he agreed to hold talks with Iran following requests from countries including Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates.The talks are expected to focus on several major issues, including ensuring free shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and reaching an agreement on Iran’s nuclear programme. Trump said more details about the progress of the talks are expected to become clear within the next one or two days.Meanwhile, Iran’s Foreign Ministry has denied that it is holding talks with the United States. However, Trump has firmly stated that discussions between the two sides are taking place.Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has reportedly said that Iran is focusing on protecting its territory and does not want to expand the war. Meanwhile, Iran has reportedly attacked a US military base in Kuwait. The attack was said to have been carried out using around three drones.
