Iran denied holding any talks with the United States, contradicting statements by US President Donald Trump that recent “productive conversations” had taken place between the two sides.
According to Iran’s foreign ministry, there are no ongoing negotiations between Tehran and Washington. The statement, reported by Mehr News Agency, described Trump’s remarks as an attempt to influence global energy prices and buy time for potential military actions.
Moreover, Iranian officials stressed that while some regional countries have proposed initiatives to de-escalate tensions, Tehran does not consider itself responsible for initiating the conflict. They maintained that any diplomatic efforts should be directed toward Washington.
Meanwhile, tensions remain high as Iran continues to respond to attacks on its infrastructure. Tehran has launched drone and missile strikes targeting locations in Gulf countries, which it says are linked to US military assets. These retaliatory actions have caused casualties, damaged infrastructure, and disrupted global markets and aviation.
Notably, on March 19, an Iranian response following an Israeli strike on a key gas field led to a significant disruption in regional energy supplies. The incident reportedly affected around 17 percent of Qatar’s liquefied natural gas export capacity, resulting in substantial financial losses.
In addition, Iran has warned it could escalate further, threatening to target critical infrastructure across the Middle East if the US proceeds with plans to strike its power facilities or enforce demands regarding the Strait of Hormuz.
Earlier, Trump said he had ordered a five-day delay in military strikes, citing what he described as positive discussions. However, Iran’s latest statement underscores the deep divide between the two sides, casting doubt on the prospects for de-escalation.
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