Iran Holds Line, Refuses to Join Talks Under U.S. Pressure
Tehran says no change in decision to skip negotiations, warns talks under current conditions amount to a “waste of time” amid continued U.S. pressure.
Iran, PUREWILAYAH.COM — Iran’s decision not to participate in ongoing negotiations remains unchanged, according to information obtained by Tasnim News Agency, despite claims from U.S. President Donald Trump that an American delegation is en route to Pakistan.
A report by Tasnim indicated that, as of the time of publication, Tehran has not revised its position, stressing that any participation in talks is contingent upon the fulfillment of specific preconditions.
Trump had earlier stated that a U.S. negotiating team, reportedly including Vice President JD Vance, was heading to Islamabad for renewed discussions. However, Iranian officials have not confirmed any shift toward engagement.
Naval Blockade a Central Obstacle
According to the report, the ongoing naval blockade remains a major barrier to negotiations. The issue has been conveyed through Pakistani mediation channels, with the intermediary reportedly raising the matter directly with Trump.
Beyond the blockade, Iranian officials cited what they described as excessive and unrealistic U.S. demands in recent exchanges, arguing that these positions leave little room for meaningful progress.
Tehran: Talks Under Current Terms “A Waste of Time”
Iran’s negotiating team reportedly believes that unless Washington adopts a more realistic approach, negotiations would serve no purpose. Officials pointed to what they described as flawed calculations by the United States—similar to those that led to setbacks on the battlefield—as continuing to shape its diplomatic stance.
Under such conditions, Tehran sees no reason to engage in what it characterized as a prolonged and unproductive process, signaling that Iran will not participate in negotiations that merely consume time without tangible outcomes.
Warning Against “Media Theater”
Iran has also raised concerns that ongoing reports about imminent negotiations may be part of a broader media-driven narrative, suggesting the possibility of deception in the portrayal of diplomatic efforts.
Officials emphasized that until key obstacles are removed and a clear pathway toward an acceptable agreement emerges, Iran has no intention of joining what it described as an “American theater.”
At the same time, Tehran signaled that it remains prepared for renewed confrontation, warning that it is ready to respond militarily if necessary. (PW)