Iran has officially rejected claims of planned negotiations with the United States, with Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi stating "no agreement or promise has been made" to restart diplomatic discussions. The clarification follows U.S. President Donald Trump's recent suggestion that Washington would engage Tehran in talks next week.
In a Thursday interview with state broadcaster IRIB, Araghchi emphasized that any potential resumption of dialogue would depend on safeguarding Iran's national interests. "If our interests require a return to negotiations, we will consider it," he said, while firmly denying any current arrangements between the two nations.
The diplomatic friction intensified as Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei accused Trump of overstating the effectiveness of U.S. military actions against Iranian nuclear facilities. This development comes amid heightened regional tensions and global concerns about nuclear proliferation.
Analysts suggest the public exchange highlights ongoing challenges in U.S.-Iran relations, with both sides maintaining firm positions on sanctions relief and nuclear program verification. The situation remains fluid, with international observers closely monitoring potential shifts in diplomatic posturing.
