Iran-US Relations

US maximum pressure against Tehran tantamount to crime against humanity: Iranian spokesperson

The spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry Esmail Baqaei has condemned the US government’s policy of maximum pressure against Iran as law-breaking and crime against humanity.

Iran’s UN mission denies Trump’s claim over sending letter to Ayatollah Khamenei

Iran's permanent mission to the United Nations has dismissed the claim made by US President Donald Trump about sending a letter to Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, proposing negotiations on a new nuclear agreement.

US seeking to disrupt Iran’s oil by halting vessels at sea: Reuters

President Donald Trump's administration is considering a plan to stop and inspect Iranian oil tankers at sea under an international accord aimed at countering the spread of weapons of mass destruction, sources familiar with the matter have told Reuters.

FM: Iran pursues path of independence in a turbulent world laid bare by Trump-Zelensky showdown

The Iranian foreign minister has asserted that as the White House grapples with internal strife and shifting global alliances, Iran stands firm on its path of independence, rejecting dependence on external powers, in a world where diplomacy is increasingly overshadowed by domestic politics and power struggles, evidenced by the recent sparring between the Ukrainian and American heads of state.

White House turmoil reflects global diplomatic shifts, says Iranian FM

In an op-ed titled "Chaos in the White House; Dizziness in Global Politics," published in the Tehran-based Ettelaat Newspaper, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi analyzed the implications of a recent public dispute between US President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.

Russia says ready to facilitate US-Iran negotiations

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told Bloomberg on Tuesday that Moscow is ready to broker talks between Washington and Tehran, including on Iran’s nuclear program and its "regional proxy network."

US puts sanctions on network behind ‘Iran’s drone program’

The United States Department of the Treasury has announced fresh sanctions targeting a procurement network behind Iran's drone production program.

Leader’s advisor: Iran open to talks only based on mutual respect, equal footing

Kamal Kharrazi, an advisor to Iran’s leader, says Tehran does not escape from genuine talks but Iranians, by nature, are not the type to give in to bullying by other countries.

Iran denies Russian FM, Qatari Emir carried messages from US

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi clarified on Wednesday that neither Russian Foreign Minister, Sergey Lavrov, nor the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim ibn Hamad Al Thani, carried messages from the US during their recent visits to Tehran.

Iran FM: Direct talks with U.S. impossible under maximum pressure

Iranian Foreign Minister, Seyyed Abbas Araghchi, in a joint press conference with his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov, reaffirmed that Iran will not negotiate under pressure, threats, or sanctions, emphasizing that Tehran continues to coordinate its nuclear policies closely with Russia and China.

Iranian officials urged to monitor Russia-US negotiations closely

A Tehran-based newspaper has urged Iranian diplomats and officials to closely monitor the fast-evolving and sensitive geopolitical developments in the region, stressing the importance of remaining vigilant to prevent Iran from falling behind political dynamics in West Asia.

Iran FM reaffirms refusal to negotiate under pressure

Iranian Foreign Minister, Seyed Abbas Araghchi, has stressed Iran’s refusal to engage in negotiations with Washington under pressure, dismissing the notion that the country could be coerced into talks.

Tehran condemns Washington’s ‘inappropriate behavior’ against Iranian nationals

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei has deplored the US government’s “inappropriate and humiliating” treatment of immigrants, including Iranian nationals, calling it unjustified and a violation of human rights standards.

Iran calls out US hypocrisy

The Iranian Foreign Ministry has released a fact sheet denouncing the United States long list of historically hostile actions towards Iran includung the "maximum pressure" campaign.

Iran president says Tehran not to back down from any threat

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian has condemned Washington's policies toward Tehran as hostile, stating that the Iranian people have recognized these double standards and will no longer be deterred from their path by such deceit.

Govt. spokeswoman says Iran has active plan to counter US maximum pressure campaign

The spokesperson for the Iranian government has stated that the administration has an active plan to counter the so-called "maximum pressure" campaign by Washington against Tehran and to neutralize sanctions, emphasizing that these difficult conditions will be overcome with public support.

Iran UN Envoy condemns Trump’s threat to use force against Tehran

Iran's ambassador and permanent representative to the UN has strongly condemned US President Donald Trump's threat to use force against Tehran, as deeply alarming and irresponsible. Amir Saeid Iravani made the remarks in a letter to the UN chief and the president of the Security Council on Tuesday.

Former diplomat criticizes misinterpretation of Trump’s Iran policy directive

A former Iranian diplomat has raised concerns over the misinterpretation of US President Donald Trump’s recent policy directive on Iran, particularly by Iranian officials and media.

Iran FM dismisses negotiation with US under pressure

Iranian Foreign Minister. Seyed Abbas Araghchi, has stressed that his country would never engage in negotiations with the US under pressure as per Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei’s stance on talks that is entirely based on logic and strategic reasoning.

Iranian president vows to render US hostilities ineffective ‘with people’s support’

Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian has asserted that the US plots against Iran will be thwarted with the help of the Iranian nation.

Iran’s UN mission: Tehran has never initiated escalation, responded proportionately to US threats

The Islamic Republic of Iran’s Permanent Mission to the United Nations has stated that Iran has never initiated the escalation of tensions but has always responded proportionately to the nature and intensity of threats posed by the US.

Oil minister: US will fail to reduce Iran oil exports to zero

Iran’s oil minister has dismissed the US policy of imposing maximum pressure to halt Iran’s oil exports as a failed strategy, asserting that reducing Iran’s oil exports to zero is an unattainable goal.

Iran to continue talks with E3, will never accept ‘dishonorable’ negotiations: Govt. spokesperson

Iran’s government spokeswoman Fatemeh Mohajerani has stated that Tehran will continue its talks with European countries, but will not submit to any “dishonorable” negotiations.

Iranian MP: Iran will not negotiate with US

A top Iranian lawmaker has said negotiation with the US is a red line for the Islamic Republic of Iran because Washington is not trustworthy.

Ayat. Khamenei reiterates support for Palestinians, downplays US threats against Iran

The Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei paid tribute to the martyrs of Gaza and their commanders, particularly Ismail Haniyeh, reaffriming the Islamic Republic’s support for the Palestinian cause.

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