Tense Standoff: No Talks Between Iran and U.S.

Iran's Fars news agency cited that there are no ongoing direct or indirect communications with the United States, countering President Trump's claims of successful talks. Additionally, it reported that Trump reversed his decision to target Iranian power plants after Iran's threats to retaliate in West Asia.

Iran's Fars news agency has confirmed that there are no direct or indirect communications between Tehran and the United States. This report contradicts U.S. President Donald Trump's recent statements about 'productive' talks with Iran.

The agency further reported that President Trump refrained from targeting Iranian power plants. This decision followed a stern warning from Iran, which threatened to retaliate by targeting power plants across West Asia.

This development underscores the continuing tension in the region, with both nations maintaining a defensive posture and diplomatic channels seemingly closed.

(With inputs from agencies.)