Abu Dhabi-based; live blog capturing Trump's afternoon assertion that talks will proceed despite Tehran's denial

The National's live blog recorded Trump stating 'Iran has requested a meeting' and 'it will take place tomorrow in Doha,' directly contradicting Gharibabadi's denial. Frames the duelling public statements as each side managing domestic audiences while preserving the channel, a pattern consistent with prior rounds of US-Iran negotiations.

“Trump says US and Iran to meet in Doha on Tuesday, contradicting Tehran's denial of confirmed talks.”