US and Iran to hold talks this week after agreeing to halt strikes

US and Iran to hold talks this week after agreeing to halt strikes

Planned talks, including focus on the Strait of Hormuz, could support oil-market stability and broader de-escalation, though the ceasefire and pause in strikes remain fragile.

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The Axios report (June 28, 2026) by Barak Ravid directly confirms the core claim, citing a senior US official that both sides agreed to halt kinetic activity and plan to meet Tuesday in Doha specifically to resolve the Strait of Hormuz dispute. This aligns with the claim that talks will occur 'this week' with focus on the Strait, supporting oil-market stability and de-escalation. CBS News live coverage corroborates the fragile ceasefire and ongoing Hormuz disputes. The claim is well-supported by primary news sourcing.
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