# US Warns of Potential Resumption of Clashes with Islamic Republic, Trump Denies Initiating Peace Talks

The US has warned its Middle East allies about the possibility of renewed clashes with the Islamic Republic and attacks on energy infrastructure. Donald Trump denied reports of starting peace negotiations with the Islamic Republic.

According to diplomatic sources, the US State Department has warned its allies in the Middle East that clashes with the Islamic Republic might soon resume and that the Islamic Republic may target energy infrastructure. Meanwhile, Donald Trump has denied reports that he instructed his deputy to initiate peace talks with the Islamic Republic. These developments come after the US midterm elections. There has also been increased hope for resuming peace negotiations to end the Islamic Republic's war, which has led to a drop in oil prices, although clashes in the region continue.

Sources:
- US warns allies about escalation of war with Islamic Republic (Haaretz)
- Oil prices drop due to hope for peace talks (Iran International)
- Trump denies order to start negotiations (DW Persian)

Published: 2026-10-29T08:32:37+00:00
Updated: 2026-10-29T08:34:02+00:00
Verification: confirmed

## Sources
- Haaretz · הארץ: https://www.haaretz.co.il/news/world/middle-east/2026-10-29/ty-article/.premium/000001a1-8662-d0bb-a3a9-deeb79ff0000
- ایران اینترنشنال: https://www.iranintl.com/202610291528
- DW فارسی: https://www.dw.com/fa-ir/ترامپ-دستور-به-ونس-برای-آغاز-مذاکرات-صلح-ایران-را-تکذیب-کرد/live-79792073?maca=per-rss-per-all-1491-rdf