Following a last-minute cancellation of a planned military strike, US President Donald Trump announced that the United States and Iran will begin negotiations. Trump stated the decision to halt the attack came after requests from both Tehran and other nations in the region seeking de-escalation. However, Iranian media outlets, citing sources, have refuted Trump's claim that Tehran requested talks, labeling it a falsehood. The sudden shift from imminent military action to diplomatic engagement marks a significant, though currently ambiguous, change in US policy toward Iran. Details regarding the scope and format of the talks remain unclear. The conflicting narratives from Washington and Tehran raise questions about the true motivations behind the evolving situation. This development follows a period of heightened tensions after Iran shot down a US drone.