President Trump expresses optimism for Iran conflict resolution as negotiations continue during a three-day pause in fighting.
President Trump stated that friendly negotiations are currently underway regarding the conflict with Iran, following a three-day pause in hostilities. Speaking from Air Force One, President Trump expressed optimism that a resolution could be reached, though he warned that the administration would resume previous strike patterns if the latest talks fail. Tehran has denied that direct negotiations are occurring, even as both sides have halted attacks. The pause follows nearly two weeks of daily strikes aimed at degrading Iran's ability to threaten commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. During this period, oil prices fell by more than 9% as markets reacted to the hopes of de-escalation. President Trump also dismissed reports of low ammunition stockpiles, noting that the U.S. has ample supplies and is actively building more equipment, such as Patriot missiles. White House spokesperson Anna Kelly confirmed that the military has sufficient munitions to meet all of President Trump's strategic goals.