GeopoliticsIMPORTANTAugust 25 at 10:04 AM

US White House Official tells Al Jazeera there are no ongoing or scheduled talks or discussions with Iran; The naval blockade is imposed with strength and effectiveness, the Strait of Hormuz is open, and the mines have been removed

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A White House official confirmed no active or scheduled talks with Iran, stating the naval blockade is effective, Hormuz remains open, and maritime mines have been cleared.

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