US President Donald Trump said the United States is holding limited discussions with Iran, according to an interview with Axios reported on August 10, 2026. Speaking on Sunday, Trump described economic pressure on Iran as Washington’s main tool and said the contacts were only partial.

Trump said the United States was monitoring Iran’s high inflation and whether the country had access to money. His remarks framed Iran’s economic conditions as a central element of the US approach while describing the scope of discussions as restricted.

Iran has repeatedly said no direct talks with the United States can take place until Washington implements the terms of an interim agreement signed in June. Iran is, however, continuing discussions with Oman over the Strait of Hormuz. The report cited CNN as its source.