Trump denies US-Iran talks one day after claiming back channel with IRGC

For weeks, President Donald Trump has tried willing positive developments with Iran into existence, without much success.

Mr. Trump is caught between political constraints that prevent using adequate military force to change Tehran’s behavior and a defiant regime willing to risk severe economic pain to rebuff Washington’s demands.

Amid trade embargoes, asset freezes and attacks on ships as part of a naval blockade, Washington has announced a plan to enact a new wave of restrictions on Iran, targeting its economy.

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