Trump Delays Energy Strikes, Sets Five Days for Iran Talks (3)

President Donald Trump said the US would postpone strikes against Iran’s energy infrastructure after what he called “productive conversations” with the country, in comments that spurred confusion over the participants in the talks and parameters of a deal.

Trump told reporters Monday that he was holding off on attacking Iranian energy infrastructure for five days, citing “major points of agreement” with Iran. He said special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner had discussions Sunday with a “top person” on the Iranian side, claiming both parties were keen to “make a deal” and would speak again Monday by telephone.

US President Donald Trump prior to boarding Air Force One at Palm Beach International Airport in West Palm Beach, Florida, on March 23.

Photographer: Saul Loeb/AFP/Getty Images

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