Nightline: War with Iran War with Iran: Day 24
Mar 24, 2026
Tense talks and denials swirl as leaders claim negotiations while the other side says no. Threats to power plants and countdown warnings raise the stakes. Ongoing strikes and missile exchanges reshape the military landscape. Oil chokepoints and fuel price fears loom for consumers. Information blackouts spur alternative news outlets and influence on protests and public opinion.
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Contradictory Claims About Negotiations
- President Trump claims talks with Iran are underway and that there are "major points of agreement" including Iran not pursuing nukes.
- Iran denies any talks, calling such claims market-influencing and a distraction, creating contradictory narratives about negotiation progress.
Treat Unnamed Negotiation Claims With Skepticism
- Be cautious interpreting official negotiation claims when participants aren't named and messages conflict with the other side.
- Trump's naming of Jared Kushner and envoys without identifying Iranian counterparts raises credibility and verification issues.
War Driving Large Military Strikes And Oil Shock
- The military campaign remains intense with the Pentagon saying more than 9,000 targets hit and Iran still launching missiles into Israel.
- Oil and fuel markets reacted sharply: jet fuel doubled, US gas rose over $1 to $3.96, and airlines cut routes.