Professor Mohammad Marandi, the spokesperson for Iran's negotiating delegation, rejected reports that Iran requested a return to negotiations and the US agreed, calling them 'fake news.' He stated that no talks will take place until Washington fulfills its commitments, according to Abu Ali Express.
Professor Mohammad Marandi, the spokesperson for Iran's negotiating delegation, issued a statement Friday evening denying reports that Iran sought to resume talks with the United States. He called the reports 'fake news' and insisted that no negotiations will take place until Washington fulfills its commitments.
The denial comes amid a prolonged diplomatic impasse. The Zioneer has previously reported on Iran's hardening position, including conditions set by Foreign Minister Araghchi for talks (July 7) and the parliament speaker's demands (June 30). Marandi himself has repeatedly ruled out negotiations, as reported on June 14. The Trump administration has not yet publicly responded to the latest denial.
The reliability of the report is based on a single source — the Abu Ali Express channel, a recognized outlet — and is framed accordingly.
2 developments
- DevelopingIran sent no new proposal to the US, source close to Iranian negotiating team says
- StrongIran denies planned US talks in Doha, says delegation meeting Qataris only
- ConfirmedIran deputy FM: no US talks this week, denies coordination with American visit to Qatar
- StrongIran denies reports it committed to buying US goods
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