Iran has blamed the United States for disruptions in Pakistan-mediated negotiations between Tehran and Washington. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said repeated US contradictions, excessive demands, and unmet commitments are hindering diplomatic progress. The remarks highlight rising tensions and affect ongoing efforts to revive stalled nuclear talks.
Iranian officials said Washington’s approach has undermined trust in the negotiation process. They argued that US actions, including policy shifts and military strikes, have complicated diplomatic engagement. Tehran maintains that it has re-entered talks despite deep mistrust toward Washington.
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Araghchi also raised concerns during discussions with United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres. He cited past military actions against Iran and ongoing disputes over nuclear and missile programs. He said these issues continue to block progress toward a fair agreement.
Iran’s UN mission warns that US excessive demands and obstructionism have pushed the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty into “free fall,” stressing that without genuine progress on nuclear disarmament, the NPT has no future.
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The Iranian UN mission separately warned that US demands risk undermining the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty framework. It claimed repeated obstruction by the United States and its allies has weakened multilateral disarmament efforts. Meanwhile, Guterres stressed the importance of diplomacy and adherence to international law.
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Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said it is too early to expect an imminent agreement. He noted that major differences still exist despite ongoing discussions. However, he added that Pakistani engagement in facilitating dialogue suggests negotiations may be reaching a critical phase.