# Why Iran is sending mixed signals on talks

https://mins.news/en/item/15224

- DW, 2026-08-06 13:56 UTC
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- Original: https://www.dw.com/en/why-iran-is-sending-mixed-signals-on-talks/a-78265595?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf

> Donald Trump says negotiations with Iran are already under way. Tehran disputes that characterization, saying its discussions concern the Strait of Hormuz and are being held with Oman, not Washington. Analysts interpret the discrepancy as a sign of competing political pressures. The conflicting descriptions leave the nature and scope of any talks unclear.

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