(LEAD) Trump says U.S., Iran had 'productive' talks over war resolution, delays strikes on Iran power plants for 5 days | Yonhap News Agency

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President Donald Trump said Monday that the United States and Iran had "productive" talks over a "complete" and "total" resolution of their war over the weekend, noting he ordered the postponement of threatened military strikes on Iranian power plants for five days. Trump made the remarks in a social media post, after he had said Saturday that the U.S. military will "obliterate" Iran's power plants if the Islamic Republic does not fully open the Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil shipping route, within 48 hours. "I am pleased to report that the United States of America, and the country of Iran, have had, over the last two days, very good and productive conversations regarding a complete and total resolution of our hostilities in the Middle East," he wrote in capital letters on Truth Social. "Based on the tenor and tone of these in-depth, detailed, and constructive conversations, which will continue throughout the week, I have instructed the Department of War to postpone any and all military strikes against Iranian power plants and energy infrastructure for a five day period, subject to the success of the ongoing meetings and discussions," he added. In response to continued U.S.-Israeli strikes, Iran has effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz and launched retaliatory strikes, including some targeting energy facilities in the Middle East, triggering a rise in oil prices. sshluck@yna.co.kr (END) Related Articles (2nd LD) FM Cho urges safe navigation in Strait of Hormuz in phone talks with Iranian counterpart (2nd LD) Seoul shares crash over 6 pct on escalating U.S.-Iran conflict (2nd LD) Korean won hits 17-yr low as Iran crisis escalates (LEAD) Lee stresses self-reliant defense, citing 'very complex' global situation (3rd LD) Trump says U.S. mulls 'winding down' Iran operation, calls on S. Korea's Kim reappointed as president of state affairs After BTS concert Fuel prices drop Cherry blossoms on Jeju Island prev (LEAD) Trump says U.S., Iran had 'productive' talks over war resolution, delays strikes on Iran power plants for 5 days Next (LEAD) Trump says U.S., Iran had 'productive' talks over war resolution, delays strikes on Iran power plants for 5 days

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WASHINGTON, March 23 (Yonhap) -- U.S. President Donald Trump said Monday that the United States and Iran had "productive" talks over a "complete" and "total" resolution of their war over the weekend, noting he ordered the postponement of threatened military strikes on Iranian power plants for five days.
Trump made the remarks in a social media post, after he had said Saturday that the U.S. military will "obliterate" Iran's power plants if the Islamic Republic does not fully open the Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil shipping route, within 48 hours.
"I am pleased to report that the United States of America, and the country of Iran, have had, over the last two days, very good and productive conversations regarding a complete and total resolution of our hostilities in the Middle East," he wrote in capital letters on Truth Social.
"Based on the tenor and tone of these in-depth, detailed, and constructive conversations, which will continue throughout the week, I have instructed the Department of War to postpone any and all military strikes against Iranian power plants and energy infrastructure for a five day period, subject to the success of the ongoing meetings and discussions," he added.
U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during a bilateral meeting with Irish Prime Minister Micheal Martin in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington on March 17, 2026, in this photo released by AFP. (Yonhap)
The move came amid growing concerns about the repercussions of the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran on oil prices and inflation -- key economic issues that could affect voter sentiment ahead of the U.S. midterm elections where control of Congress is at stake.
The U.S., in coordination with Israel, kicked off its military campaign, codenamed "Operation Epic Fury," on Feb. 28, seeking to destroy Iran's missile capabilities and its Navy, and deny the country any ability to develop nuclear bombs.
The campaign of airstrikes killed former Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on its opening day. In a show of defiance, Iran picked his son, Mojtaba Khamenei, to succeed his father.
In response to continued U.S.-Israeli strikes, Iran has effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz and launched retaliatory strikes, including some targeting energy facilities in the Middle East, triggering a rise in oil prices.
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## Expert Analysis

### Merits
- Trump made the remarks in a social media post, after he had said Saturday that the U.S. military will "obliterate" Iran's power plants if the Islamic Republic does not fully open the Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil shipping route, within 48 hours. "I am pleased to report that the United States of America, and the country of Iran, have had, over the last two days, very good and productive conversations regarding a complete and total resolution of our hostilities in the Middle East," he wrote in capital letters on Truth Social. "Based on the tenor and tone of these in-depth, detailed, and constructive conversations, which will continue throughout the week, I have instructed the Department of War to postpone any and all military strikes against Iranian power plants and energy infrastructure for a five day period, subject to the success of the ongoing meetings and discussions," he added.

### Areas for Consideration
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### Implications
- Trump made the remarks in a social media post, after he had said Saturday that the U.S. military will "obliterate" Iran's power plants if the Islamic Republic does not fully open the Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil shipping route, within 48 hours. "I am pleased to report that the United States of America, and the country of Iran, have had, over the last two days, very good and productive conversations regarding a complete and total resolution of our hostilities in the Middle East," he wrote in capital letters on Truth Social. "Based on the tenor and tone of these in-depth, detailed, and constructive conversations, which will continue throughout the week, I have instructed the Department of War to postpone any and all military strikes against Iranian power plants and energy infrastructure for a five day period, subject to the success of the ongoing meetings and discussions," he added.
- President Donald Trump speaks during a bilateral meeting with Irish Prime Minister Micheal Martin in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington on March 17, 2026, in this photo released by AFP. (Yonhap) The move came amid growing concerns about the repercussions of the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran on oil prices and inflation -- key economic issues that could affect voter sentiment ahead of the U.S. midterm elections where control of Congress is at stake.
- In response to continued U.S.-Israeli strikes, Iran has effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz and launched retaliatory strikes, including some targeting energy facilities in the Middle East, triggering a rise in oil prices. sshluck@yna.co.kr (END) Related Articles (2nd LD) FM Cho urges safe navigation in Strait of Hormuz in phone talks with Iranian counterpart (2nd LD) Seoul shares crash over 6 pct on escalating U.S.-Iran conflict (2nd LD) Korean won hits 17-yr low as Iran crisis escalates (LEAD) Lee stresses self-reliant defense, citing 'very complex' global situation (3rd LD) Trump says U.S. mulls 'winding down' Iran operation, calls on S.
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### Expert Commentary
This article covers iran, trump, war topics. Notable strengths include discussion of iran. Areas of concern are also raised. Readability: Flesch-Kincaid grade 0.0. Word count: 758.