The United States Is Still Talking to Iran After Big Strikes
Technical talks between theUnited States and Iranare ongoing despite recent strikes and apparent rising tensions. A United States official confirmed to Townhall that “the United States is still committed to. . .
Technical talks between theUnited States and Iranare ongoing despite recent strikes and apparent rising tensions. A United States official confirmed to Townhall that “the United States is still committed to finding a resolution, and technical talks continue,” adding that “Iran can never possess a nuclear weapon. ”The official added that the Memorandum of Understanding signed by the two countries last month “is performance-based, and Iran’s actions constitute failed performance at an unacceptable level. ”NEW:@townhallcomcan independently confirm other reporting that Iran talks are ongoing despite recent strikes. From a U. S. official:“President Trump made his feelings very clear yesterday in no uncertain terms. Iran’s attacks on these innocent vessels are acts of terrorism. …— Cameron Arcand (@cameron_arcand)July 9, 2026Technical talks with the Iranians continue, a U. S. official tells me@NewsNation"The United States is still committed to finding a resolution, and technical talks continue. Iran can never possess a nuclear weapon. "— Libbey Dean (@LibbeyDean_)July 9, 2026“President Trumpmade his feelings very clear yesterday in no uncertain terms,” the official continued, as the president suggested the U. S. just “finish the job” and referred to Iranian negotiators as “scum” who are difficult to work with. “Iran’s attacks on these innocent vessels are acts of terrorism,” the official added. In response to cargo ship strikes by Iran in the Strait of Hormuz, theU. S. unleashed strikeson roughly 170 “Iranian military targets” on Tuesday and Wednesday. “U. S. forces struck approximately90 Iranian military targetsincluding air defense systems, coastal surveillance assets, missile and drone storage sites, naval capabilities, and military logistics infrastructure along Iran’s coastline,” U. S. Central Command wrote on X Wednesday night, stating that “the latest strikes follow successful execution of offensive strikes in Iran the night before. ”Editor's Note:Do you enjoy Townhall's conservative reporting that takes on the radical left and woke media? Support our work so that we can continue to bring you the truth. JoinTownhall VIPand use promo codeFIGHTto receive 60% off your membership.