Iran has announced that it currently has no intention of resuming negotiations with the United States (US), marking a fresh setback for diplomatic efforts between the two countries amid rising regional tensions.
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Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Ismail Baghaei said during a press briefing in Tehran that there are no plans for a new round of talks with Washington. He stressed that dialogue with the United States is not possible under the current circumstances, adding that “Washington has not learned from the past.”
Iran says there are currently no plans to resume nuclear negotiations with the US. Tehran says key disputes over the nuclear programme are still unresolved.
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Baghaei criticized U.S. foreign policy, saying it has shown no meaningful change and continues to produce negative outcomes. He argued that previous agreements were violated by the U.S., making trust in any renewed negotiations extremely difficult. According to him, American policies are contributing to instability rather than promoting peace in the region.
The spokesperson further stated that inconsistent messaging from Washington, including through media channels, is creating confusion, while Iran has maintained a consistent and clear position. He emphasized that Iran’s conditions for engagement are “logical and principle-based,” rejecting what he called unrealistic demands from the U.S. side.
Baghaei also accused the United States of escalating tensions through its actions, including what Tehran describes as violations of ceasefire understandings and continued military pressure. He warned that such policies could deepen regional crises and undermine stability.
Iran’s Foreign Ministry reiterated that national interests would not be compromised under external pressure, stating that the country will continue to defend its sovereignty. Baghaei also said Iran had informed Pakistan of its concerns regarding alleged violations, acknowledging Islamabad’s diplomatic role in promoting peace.
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He added that Iran remains committed to protecting its strategic interests while holding the United States responsible for actions that it says contradict diplomatic norms. The statement reflects a growing diplomatic deadlock, with both sides maintaining firm positions and no immediate prospect of renewed engagement.