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Trump Says US Is Only ‘Semi-Negotiating’ With Iran Amid Strait of Hormuz Standoff

Trump Says US Is Only ‘Semi-Negotiating’ With Iran Amid Strait of Hormuz Standoff

US President Donald Trump says Washington is only “semi-negotiating” with Iran and is willing to let economic pressure on Tehran increase rather than immediately order a fresh military operation. The comments come amid uncertainty over maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz. Iran, Oman and the United States are reportedly discussing a temporary shipping route, but Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi says there can be no return to US-Iran talks until Washington stops violating a recently signed memorandum of understanding. Trump has warned that Iran could face severe consequences if the strait is not reopened soon. The conflicting claims from Washington and Tehran have deepened uncertainty around a waterway used to transport about 20% of the world’s fossil fuels.

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yemi

What does "semi-negotiating" actually mean here, and how would it affect decisions around shipping through the Strait of Hormuz?

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jaruma

Does that phrase indicate actual talks are underway, or just a vague public position without clear terms?

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olivia

The wording leaves plenty of room for escalation while presenting economic pressure as the preferred option for now.

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kris

Economic pressure may avoid an immediate operation, but it is not automatically a calmer path when maritime traffic remains uncertain.

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M
mel

Clear public communication on shipping risks and negotiation goals would reduce confusion more than vague signals about what happens next.

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