US-Iran peace talks at impasse as Trump calls for reparations

Semafor reports that US-Iran peace talks have reached an impasse over two major issues. President Trump rejected Iranian demands for war reparations and instead called for Tehran to pay damages related to American service member deaths. The conflict extends to the Strait of Hormuz — the US claims control, while Iran says it will remain closed until Washington meets its demands. Gulf nations, per Semafor, appear to back Iran's position, viewing Tehran's control over the strait as preferable to renewed conflict. Iran is hardening its stance with the appointment of six new officials to key positions, all opposed to a June agreement with the US.

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