As the Iran war enters its fourth week, the US president said the United States and Iran have had “very good and productive conversations” that could yield “a complete and total resolution” to the war, according to reports.

Posting on his social media on Monday, the US leader said he has extended his deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, adding that the US will hold off on its threatened power plant strikes for five days while the talks continue.

Iranian media on Monday denied the reports, quoting Iranian officials and sources.

However, the US leader’s post has signaled that dialogue may be possible.

Although the conditions of the two sides for a ceasefire have been far apart, with both sides presenting terms as victors, they each have reasons to bring an end to the conflict.

The US’ expectations were a quick war and regime change, neither of which has materialized. Questions such as what are the........

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