This handout photograph taken and released by the Iranian Foreign Ministry on June 16, 2026, shows Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi speaking about the agreement reached with the United States.
Iran’s Foreign Ministry on Monday said there are currently no negotiations with the United States despite the recent pause in hostilities between both countries.
Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei said mediators may pass messages from Washington, but stressed, “At present, we are not engaged in any negotiations with the United States.”
He also dismissed reports suggesting Tehran had sought fresh talks, saying, “Claims that Iran has requested negotiations are fabrications that the other side circulates from time to time.”
Fighting between Iran and the United States resumed earlier this month after diplomatic efforts collapsed over disagreements involving the Strait of Hormuz, although the clashes have paused since Saturday following 13 days of exchanges.
Baqaei accused Washington of acting outside international norms, saying its conduct in recent years has “resembled that of a mafia gang that adheres to no rules or laws.”
He added, “So long as such behaviour by the United States continues, we cannot be hopeful about the emergence of a reasonable process.”
Iran also insisted that discussions with Oman on the administration of the Strait of Hormuz are strictly bilateral and not connected to the United States, while maintaining that the strategic waterway remains closed.
The latest remarks underscore the deep mistrust between Tehran and Washington, suggesting that prospects for renewed diplomatic engagement remain uncertain despite the temporary halt in fighting.
