Iran has denied that any nuclear negotiations are currently taking place with the United States, according to Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei.
Speaking to state television, Baghaei said Tehran’s proposed 14-point plan is focused on securing a ceasefire including efforts related to Lebanon and does not involve any nuclear discussions.
He dismissed reports suggesting otherwise, stating that claims about ongoing nuclear talks are not part of Iran’s current proposal.
Baghaei emphasized that Iran will decide its future course at the appropriate time, but made it clear that, at this stage, there are no nuclear negotiations underway.
He also criticized Washington for what he described as “artificial deadlines,” stressing that Iran has never engaged in negotiations under ultimatums.
According to the spokesperson, the United States has communicated its response to Iran’s proposal through Pakistan, which is acting as an intermediary.
Tehran is currently reviewing that message before determining its next steps.
Baghaei confirmed that Washington has responded to the ceasefire proposal, but noted that earlier talks mediated by Pakistan in April ended without a breakthrough, and a second round has yet to be scheduled.
These developments come amid heightened regional tensions following U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran in late February, and subsequent retaliatory actions by Tehran against Israeli and U.S.-linked targets.
Meanwhile, Donald Trump had previously announced a ceasefire on April 8, later extending it without a fixed deadline while calling for progress in negotiations.
As the situation continues to evolve, uncertainty remains over whether diplomatic efforts will resume or if tensions in the region will escalate further.
