Iran has firmly rejected claims of seeking talks with Washington amid heightened military posturing in the Gulf. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated Wednesday there's been no recent contact with U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff, calling negotiations impossible while 'threats and excessive demands' persist. 💥
The declaration comes after U.S. President Donald Trump announced Tuesday that another naval fleet is en route to the region, framing it as leverage for potential diplomacy. 🚢⚔️
Tensions escalated following the U.S. deployment of additional forces during Iran's 2026 nationwide protests – described as the most violent state response since the 1979 Revolution. While Tehran acknowledges third-party consultations, Araghchi emphasized: 'Our stance is non-negotiable under pressure.'
In a parallel development, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian extended an olive branch to Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, affirming Tehran's commitment to peaceful solutions through international frameworks. 🤝🌐
Analysts suggest this dual approach – rejecting U.S. overtures while engaging regional players – reflects Iran's strategy to balance deterrence with diplomacy in 2026's volatile geopolitical landscape.
