India, March 24 -- US President Donald Trump said the strategic Strait of Hormuz-a vital global oil corridor disrupted by the Middle East conflict-could reopen soon if talks with Iran succeed, even suggesting potential joint management in the future.

Speaking to reporters, Trump remarked, "Maybe me. me and the Ayatollah," in response to a question on who might oversee the route.

In a separate Truth Social post, Trump said he has ordered a five-day postponement of planned US strikes on Iranian power plants and energy infrastructure, citing "very good and productive" discussions with Iran on resolving the broader Middle East crisis.

"Based on the tenor and tone of these in-depth, detailed, and constructive conversations. I have instructe...