India, June 29 -- US President Donald Trump has said that diplomatic talks between the United States and Iran will take place in Doha on Tuesday, even as Tehran has reportedly rejected or cast doubt on the announcement.

According to Trump's statement, the discussions are expected to continue efforts aimed at de-escalating rising tensions between Washington and Tehran, particularly amid ongoing disagreements over regional security and nuclear-related issues. However, Iranian officials have previously signalled hesitation and, in some cases, outright denial regarding the timing and format of the proposed meeting.

The conflicting statements highlight continued uncertainty surrounding US-Iran diplomatic engagement, even as international med...