Iran rules out talks with US for now, sets conditions for Hormuz Strait reopening
Iran’s foreign minister says no talks with US officials are planned, linking any negotiations and Hormuz Strait reopening to lifting sanctions and releasing frozen funds.
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AIIranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has ruled out holding talks with US officials at this time, stating that Tehran currently sees no need for such a meeting. He added that Iran has set conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, including lifting sanctions, restoring oil waivers, and releasing frozen Iranian assets.
According to the Tasnim news agency, Araghchi confirmed that Iran had discussed a letter from US Senator J.D. Vance regarding ending the war during high-level meetings. He noted that Washington’s attempt to initiate dialogue is seen as a positive step.
The Iranian foreign minister clarified that Tehran has not yet decided on the format of negotiations with Washington, whether direct or indirect, and said a decision would only be made if the US agrees to Iran’s conditions.
According to his statements, Iran is linking the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz to the lifting of sanctions, the restoration of oil waivers, and the release of frozen funds, while it continues to review the US message discussed in high-level meetings in Tehran.