Trump confirms ongoing Iran talks, says negotiations 'going well'

WASHINGTON, United States — WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed on Monday that talks with Iran are continuing, telling reporters that "we're talking to Iran right now, the negotiations are going well." Trump addressed Iran's attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz, saying the damages caused would be paid from funds frozen in Iran. He said the United States is closely aligned with Israel on Iran and noted that the U.S. holds substantial ammunition supplies and intends to acquire more. The president also said he would speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin regarding satellite imagery related to Iran. In remarks touching on Turkey, Trump described the country as "a good ally" and stressed that no one has a say over U.S. military equipment sales to Turkey.