President Trump postponed his threat to strike Iranian power plants, citing 'productive conversations' with Iranian officials. The 48-hour deadline Trump had set for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz would have expired Monday, but he extended it to Friday to allow talks to continue.

The negotiations remain in early stages, with Iranian officials denying substantive talks are underway. American and Iranian sources said the discussions focus on de-escalation and preventing attacks on critical energy infrastructure. Iran seeks guarantees against future attacks and specific economic sanctions relief from Washington.