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Middle EastPublished: 17 September 2026 at 13:47

Trump says direct Iran talks under way, hints war could be nearing its end

US President Donald Trump says Washington is engaged in direct talks with Iran and that the war with Iran is 'hopefully toward the end,' while global energy prices remain elevated.

US President Donald Trump has said that Washington is holding direct talks with Iran, suggesting the conflict between the two countries may be approaching a resolution. Trump described the United States as being "hopefully toward the end" of the war with Iran.

The remarks raise the question of whether diplomacy is regaining momentum after a period of heightened tension between Washington and Tehran. Trump's comments come as global energy prices remain high, a factor closely tied to regional tensions and their impact on oil and gas markets.

No further details have been made public about the substance, format, or level of the reported talks, nor is it clear whether they involve official delegations or intermediaries. The extent of any progress toward a broader agreement also remains unconfirmed.

It remains uncertain whether Trump's statement reflects a genuine diplomatic breakthrough or is part of broader messaging about the conflict. Elevated energy prices continue to be watched closely by the international community as an indicator of how the situation in the region is developing.

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