Iran Denies US Talks Amid Rising War Tensions
Iran Rejects US Negotiations As Conflict Intensifies Across Middle East
TEHRAN: (Web Desk) – Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has firmly rejected claims that Tehran is engaged in direct negotiations with the United States, clarifying that indirect message exchanges via intermediary nations do not constitute formal talks. He emphasized that Iran seeks to end the conflict based on its own conditions rather than through imposed agreements.
Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump warned that Washington is prepared to escalate forcefully if Iran refuses a deal, stating he is ready to take extreme action. Despite this, Trump claimed Iran is quietly pursuing negotiations but is reluctant to admit it publicly due to internal and external fears.
The conflicting statements have reduced hopes for immediate de-escalation. Ongoing hostilities continue to affect multiple countries in the region, including Israel, Lebanon, and several Gulf states, as attacks persist across borders.
Pakistan reportedly acted as an intermediary by conveying a 15-point U.S. proposal aimed at ending the conflict. However, Iranian sources indicated that Tehran rejected the plan, insisting that any resolution must include guarantees against future aggression and compensation for damages.
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The White House stated that discussions are ongoing and productive, although it did not clarify who exactly represents Iran following leadership disruptions. At the same time, U.S. military operations have significantly weakened Iran’s missile, drone, and naval capabilities, according to American officials.
Iran has warned it could expand the conflict further if provoked, including targeting key maritime routes such as the Red Sea. Tensions around the Strait of Hormuz remain critical, as Iran continues to restrict access in response to military pressure, raising global concerns over energy supply disruptions.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres described the situation as dangerously out of control, urging restraint as the war risks escalating further across the region.
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