Trump confirms indirect Iran talks after rejecting Tehran's Hormuz plan
US President Donald Trump confirmed indirect talks with Iran via mediators on Monday, following his rejection of Tehran's seven-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The discussions occurred in New York, with no direct US participation. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi was scheduled to meet mediators to discuss proposals, days after the US dismissed Tehran's offer linking the strait's reopening to eased military pressure and economic relief. Washington claimed the plan sought sanctions relief and frozen assets. The talks follow a Qatari delegation's US visit presenting Iran's proposal. Araghchi disputed the US description, stating Tehran remains ready for diplomacy while preparing for potential renewed hostilities. Trump reiterated the US would win the war "very soon."