Iran has denied holding any talks with the United States, contradicting claims by President Donald Trump that recent “productive conversations” had taken place
Iran’s foreign ministry said there are no negotiations between Tehran and Washington, describing Trump’s remarks as an attempt to lower global energy prices and buy time for potential military action
Officials acknowledged that regional countries have proposed mediation efforts to reduce tensions, but insisted Iran was not responsible for initiating the conflict and that calls for de-escalation should be directed at the US
The denial comes amid escalating hostilities across the region, with Iran launching retaliatory drone and missile strikes on Gulf countries following attacks on its infrastructure by US and Israeli forces
One major escalation occurred after strikes on Iran’s gas facilities triggered a response that disrupted around 17 percent of Qatar’s liquefied natural gas export capacity, causing significant economic losses
Tehran has also warned it could target critical infrastructure across the Middle East, including water and energy systems, if Washington proceeds with threats to strike Iran’s power plants or enforce control over the Strait of Hormuz
Earlier, Trump said he had delayed planned strikes on Iran’s energy infrastructure for five days, citing what he described as positive discussions, a claim now firmly rejected by Iranian authorities
The conflicting narratives highlight the uncertainty surrounding diplomatic efforts as the conflict continues to impact global markets and regional stability
Source: TRT Africa
