Odaily reported that U.S. President Trump stated that the United States does not seek to extend the memorandum of understanding with Iran. The U.S. and Iran released the full text of the memorandum on June 17, with Article 3 stating that both sides commit to negotiations and reaching a final agreement within up to 60 days. On August 17, the 60-day negotiation window set by the memorandum expired. Due to serious differences over issues such as the Strait of Hormuz, U.S.-Iran talks have reached a deadlock without substantial progress. (CCTV News)

Odaily News: A spokesman for Iran's Revolutionary Guard stated that Trump's claim about the U.S. engaging in back-channel negotiations with Revolutionary Guard officials over the war issue is a "fantasy born of failure." (Jin Shi)

Odaily News: In an interview, U.S. President Trump stated that there is "no timetable" for ending the war with Iran, saying he is "in no rush" and demanding that Iran "raise the white flag and surrender." A Fox News reporter noted that Trump said his considerations on resolving this conflict are "unrelated to the U.S. midterm elections." (CCTV International News)

Odaily News: U.S. President Trump has confirmed the existence of a secret communication channel between himself and officials of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, stating that he is "in no hurry" to resolve the Iran issue. Trump also warned, "If Oman obstructs, we will strike it hard."

Trump also stated that Iran should "raise the white flag of surrender" (Xinhua News Agency)

Odaily News: According to Fox News, Trump threatened to bomb Oman if Oman obstructs the U.S. (Jin10)

Odaily News: According to Saudi media outlet Alhadath, sources say the agreement to extend the 60-day deadline between Iran and the United States has been approved. Both WTI and Brent crude oil futures briefly fell by over $1, while the three major U.S. stock index futures rose in the short term. (Jin10)

Odaily News, Gate data shows that WTI crude oil's intraday gain expanded to 1.00%, now reporting $82.34 per barrel.

Odaily News: Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Baqaei stated that after the United States violated the memorandum of understanding signed between Tehran and Washington on June 18, the so-called "60-day deadline" no longer holds any significance. Baqaei said: "There is no mention of a '60-day deadline' in any provision of the memorandum of understanding, and the Islamic Republic of Iran never formulates policies under pressure, ultimatums, or time constraints."

He noted that the memorandum originally set a 60-day period for negotiations on the two topics of "lifting sanctions" and "nuclear issues"; if no agreement was reached by then, the deadline could have been extended. However, because the United States "seriously and broadly violated" the agreement just weeks after signing, the negotiations never commenced. He added: "Therefore, the so-called 60-day deadline has become completely meaningless." (Jin10)

Odaily News: Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Baghaei stated that existing laws already cover Iran's "sovereign rights" in the Arabian Gulf, the Strait of Hormuz, and the Gulf of Oman. Baghaei noted that the Foreign Ministry will continue to cooperate with the parliament to advance legislation related to Iran's rights in the region.

He said: "The Foreign Ministry always takes into account current laws and actual circumstances. The parliament's stance is clear and explicit in the constitution, and the Foreign Ministry considers it its duty to cooperate with the parliament as necessary in all legislative processes." He added that the Foreign Ministry has previously provided professional opinions on relevant bills, and if parliamentarians request, the ministry will provide its input again. (Jin Shi)