politics
March 25, 2026
Iran has no intention to hold talks with U.S; foreign minister says Trump proposal to end war being reviewed
President Donald Trump has claimed the U.S. and Iran are "in negotiations now." But the Islamic Republic denies any direct talks to end the war.
TL;DR
- Iran denies holding direct talks with the U.S., despite claims from President Trump.
- A U.S. proposal to end the war is under review by Iranian authorities.
- Iran has laid out its own conditions for ending the conflict, including control over the Strait of Hormuz and war reparations.
- Iran's five-point counteroffer requires the enemy to halt aggression and assassinations, establish mechanisms to prevent war reimposition, guarantee payment of war damages, conclude the war across all fronts, and recognize Iran's sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz.
- Earlier reports indicated Iran would reject a U.S. ceasefire offer and has laid out its own conditions.
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