MIDDLE EAST CRISIS LIVE: IRAN DENIES TRUMP’S CLAIMS THAT TALKS DUE TO TAKE PLACE

US President Trump claimed that talks with Iran would take place on Monday, but an Iranian spokesperson denied this, stating that there are no plans to receive or send a delegation. This development comes amidst heightened tensions between the two countries. According to The Guardian, the denial from Iran contradicts Trump's assertion of imminent talks.

Iranian state media reported the execution of two people, Omid Behzad and Pouria Safvat, on charges of espionage and cooperation with Israel, as reported by Reuters. The judiciary news outlet Mizan stated that the accused were found guilty of sending Israel coordinates of military and security sites, along with images and information. This incident is part of the ongoing conflict that began on 28 February and includes a brief war last summer.

The current situation is part of a broader escalation of tensions between the US, Iran, and other regional actors, including Israel, with the US having considered 'massive' strikes against Iran, as reported by the Associated Press. This context suggests a complex and volatile geopolitical environment.

• Iran denies Trump's claim of talks scheduled for Monday
• Two people executed in Iran on charges of espionage and cooperation with Israel
• Ongoing conflict between the US, Iran, and other regional actors

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