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Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said there are no ongoing negotiations with the United States, insisting that Tehran has not responded to a reported 15-point proposal from Washington aimed at ending the ongoing war.
Speaking in an interview with Al Jazeera, Araghchi said Iran only exchanges messages with the US when necessary, either directly or through regional intermediaries, but stressed that “there are no grounds for negotiations.”
His comments come amid reports that Pakistan conveyed a US-backed peace plan to Tehran, while Iranian media earlier suggested a possible counterproposal demanding an end to hostilities and guarantees against future attacks. However, Araghchi dismissed such claims, describing them as speculation.
The conflict, which began on February 28 following deadly strikes that killed Iran’s supreme leader, has since escalated into a broader regional war involving the United States and Israel. Diplomatic efforts led by countries such as Turkey, Egypt and Pakistan have so far failed to produce a breakthrough.
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Araghchi said Iran has “zero” trust in the United States and ruled out a ceasefire, instead calling for a complete end to the war and reparations. He also confirmed that limited direct communication had occurred with US envoy Steve Witkoff.
The war has significantly disrupted global energy markets, with Iran restricting passage through the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for about 20 per cent of global oil shipments, particularly targeting what it described as “enemy” vessels.
Amid rising tensions, Iran warned of severe consequences if the US escalates militarily, following reports of increased American troop presence in the region, including the deployment of an amphibious assault ship carrying thousands of Marines.
