Trump Halts Strikes as Iran Talks Begin | Oakland News

Oakland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 3, 2026 · 1m

Trump halts planned strikes on Iran, paving way for new talks set to begin Monday — a move brokered with Gulf allies and reportedly at Iranian request. But Tehran insists it’s not negotiating with the U.S., only Oman over Strait of Hormuz passage. Amid escalating tensions, Gaza suffers under brutal heat in tents, with hospitals reporting 17 deaths — including children — following recent strikes. Meanwhile, Iran executes two men accused of spying for Israel, continuing a wave of public executions. Global markets reel as fuel and essentials prices surge amid the volatile conflict. Listen in…