‘Fake news’: Iranian Speaker says Trump’s talk claims aimed at manipulating oil markets

 Iran has denied holding any negotiations with the United States, labeling Trump’s claims of “very good and productive conversations” as “fake news” intended to manipulate oil markets. Tehran insists no talks are underway and that such statements are a tactic to escape a difficult situation, while Trump announced a temporary pause on military strikes against Iranian targets. Iran has denied holding any negotiations with the United States, labeling Trump’s claims of “very good and productive conversations” as “fake news” intended to manipulate oil markets. Tehran insists no talks are underway and that such statements are a tactic to escape a difficult situation, while Trump announced a temporary pause on military strikes against Iranian targets.