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Trump says Iran has contacted US for new talks as tensions escalate over Strait of Hormuz

After talks in Pakistan ended without agreement, President Trump said Iran reached out for new negotiations while warning of military action and ordering a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

Apr 13th 2026 · United States

Insights

  • Iran contacted the United States seeking a new round of negotiations, Trump said.
  • Trump did not say if he would return to the negotiating table.
  • He said his priority is to stop Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon and vowed not to let Iran blackmail the world.
  • The U.S. announced a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz after Iran partially closed it in retaliation for a US and Israeli offensive, and Trump warned he would destroy any Iranian ship that breaks the blockade.
  • Markets and oil prices rose after the failed talks, and the Wall Street Journal reported Trump is weighing ending the April 8 truce and resuming strikes on Iran.