Claim: Did Iran call Trump begging for a deal after the Hormuz blockade?

The claim that Iran called Trump begging for a deal after the Hormuz blockade is mostly true. Trump himself stated that Iran reached out, expressing a desire to negotiate. This assertion is supported by multiple sources, including Fox News and CBS News, which report on Trump's comments during the blockade. However, there is no corroborating evidence from Iranian sources or independent reports confirming the nature of the call or the urgency implied by 'begging.' Thus, while Trump's statement supports the claim, the lack of additional evidence introduces some uncertainty. The models diverge sharply — treat this as higher-uncertainty. OpenAI comes in highest (80%), while Gemini is lowest (50%). OpenAI expresses higher confidence than Perplexity on this claim. Opposing sources do not directly dispute Trump's claim but highlight the absence of Iranian confirmation or independent verification of the call. They focus on the broader context of failed negotiations and Iran's threats rather than the specific interaction between Trump and Iranian officials. This lack of corroboration does not negate Trump's assertion but suggests that the claim may be overstated regarding the urgency and nature of Iran's outreach. Therefore, while the claim is supported by Trump's statements, the overall context raises questions about its accuracy.