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U.S. and Iran Reopen Strait, Start 60-Day Nuclear Talks

8/25/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump ordered a war on Iran on Feb. 28, 2026.
Tulsi Gabbard warned that killing Leader Ali Khamenei could install a regime and block Strait of Hormuz.
Vice President JD Vance urged caution, saying negotiations were less risky than war.
The war has killed 3,000 Iranians, 18 U.S. servicemembers, and wounded 756 American troops.
On June 17, 2026 sides agreed to reopen the strait and start 60-day nuclear talks.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump ordered a war on Iran on Feb. 28, 2026.
Tulsi Gabbard warned that killing Leader Ali Khamenei could install a regime and block Strait of Hormuz.
Vice President JD Vance urged caution, saying negotiations were less risky than war.
The war has killed 3,000 Iranians, 18 U.S. servicemembers, and wounded 756 American troops.
On June 17, 2026 sides agreed to reopen the strait and start 60-day nuclear talks.