Iran has no plans to negotiate with US: state media
Summary
Iran’s state media says its UN delegation has no plans to negotiate with the United States despite President Donald Trump saying talks could resume soon. The standoff centers on the Strait of Hormuz, sanctions, and a proposed ceasefire across the Middle East.
Key Points
- Iran's state media says its delegation to the UN General Assembly has no planned talks with the United States.
- Donald Trump said he expected negotiations to resume soon, after rejecting Tehran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days.
- Iran says it conveyed its positions through a Qatari mediator and will return its delegation to Tehran on Tuesday.
- Tehran is demanding a regional ceasefire, sanctions relief, unfreezing of assets, and an end to the US naval blockade.
