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World - / Jun 30, 2026 - 'No negotiation at any level': Iran refutes Donald Trump's claim of planned US talks in Doha - Iran has denied any upcoming negotiations with the US, contradicting President Trump's claims of a meeting in Qatar. While both nations reportedly agreed to halt counter-strikes following recent escalations around the Strait of Hormuz, Tehran clarified that an expert delegation will visit Doha solely to discuss the implementation of a memorandum of understanding concerning frozen assets and oil exports. Comprehensive deal talks remain contingent on these key provisions.

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