Iran has halted direct communications with the U.S. following President Donald
Trump’s threat to destroy Iran’s “whole civilization,” according to Middle
Eastern officials. Indirect talks via cease-fire mediators are continuing, but
the move complicates efforts to reach a deal before Trump’s Tuesday 8 p.m.
deadline. One official said the step was meant to signal disapproval and
defiance. It remains unclear whether direct negotiations will resume before the
deadline.
