Iran has rejected US President Donald Trump’s claim about a ceasefire, calling it false, the Iranian foreign ministry said. Tehran emphasized that Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is healthy but not appearing publicly due to wartime conditions. The statement challenges Washington’s narrative and affects global diplomatic perceptions of the Iran conflict.
The ministry criticized US diplomacy, saying America uses negotiations to impose demands and applies force under the guise of talks. Officials accused the US and Israel of starting the war, while Tehran insists it is defending itself against imposed aggression.
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Iran’s Revolutionary Guard also dismissed Trump’s ceasefire statement, affirming that the Strait of Hormuz remains under strong Iranian control. They called the US president’s remarks “ridiculous” and reiterated that foreign powers will not dictate maritime navigation in the region.
Analysts say the denials reflect Tehran’s insistence on projecting strength amid ongoing military tensions. The statement may complicate potential diplomatic solutions and signals Iran’s refusal to be pressured by external narratives.
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Officials concluded that the country will continue defending its sovereignty and that global actors should not rely solely on US statements for accurate information. The Iranian government stressed vigilance and national unity during the crisis.