Trump has declared victory, asserting Iran offered a “prize” in secret talks, a claim Tehran flatly denies. The dispute raises fresh doubts about backchannel diplomacy and U.S.-Iran relations.
Al Jazeera examines whether Donald Trump has validated Iran’s claim that recent protesters were armed and supported by the United States, probing statements, evidence, and political implications.
A senior U.S. official said Washington remains “open for business” if Iran seeks contact, signaling potential diplomatic engagement despite ongoing tensions and stalled nuclear talks.
A senior U.S. official said Washington remains “open for business” if Iran chooses to re-engage, signaling readiness for renewed dialogue amid ongoing regional tensions, Reuters reported.
US President Donald Trump warned Washington will “be watching” and could act if Iran cracks down violently on anti-government demonstrators, as protests spread across several cities.