India, April 8 -- A sense of high-stakes diplomacy is shaping the Iran crisis, with President Donald Trump saying the United States is locked in "heated negotiations" even as tensions remain elevated. Speaking in a brief phone interview with Fox News, Trump declined to share details of the ongoing talks, signaling their sensitivity and urgency.

"I can't tell you, because right now we're in heated negotiations," he said when asked about the state of discussions. The remarks are made at a crucial juncture in Washington's conflict with Tehran, where Trump has previously threatened to launch strikes if demands are not fulfilled.

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