Trump–Iran talks end without deal as Strait of Hormuz tensions and nuclear dispute stall agreement

A high-level White House meeting between US President Donald Trump and senior officials concluded without any final agreement on a potential deal with Iran, as tensions over the Strait of Hormuz and Tehran’s nuclear programme continue to dominate negotiations.

The two-hour Situation Room meeting reportedly ended without a “final determination,” despite earlier expectations that key decisions on a possible ceasefire framework could be reached.

According to US officials, discussions focused on core unresolved issues, including Iran’s uranium enrichment programme, sanctions relief, and the reopening of the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a vital global energy route.

Before the meeting, Trump had suggested that Iran would clear naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz and that US naval restrictions could be lifted to allow shipping to resume. However, no formal confirmation followed the meeting.

Iranian officials, meanwhile, stated that no agreement has been finalised and that negotiations remain ongoing. Tehran reiterated that its priority is ending the conflict, while rejecting external pressure on its nuclear programme.

The key sticking points in the talks include demands over Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile, the release of frozen Iranian assets abroad, guarantees on future US compliance with any agreement, and wider regional security concerns involving Israel and Hezbollah.

The Strait of Hormuz remains a central issue, with both sides disputing control and operational authority over one of the world’s most critical oil shipping lanes.

Despite diplomatic efforts, both Washington and Tehran continue to accuse each other of violating the fragile ceasefire, raising concerns over further escalation in the region.