Iran has denied holding any negotiations with the United States, following claims by US President Donald Trump that both sides were engaged in talks to end the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Iranian media, citing the country’s foreign ministry, said on Monday that no such discussions were taking place between Tehran and Washington.
“There are no talks between Tehran and Washington,” the Mehr news agency reported, adding that Trump’s remarks were aimed at “reducing energy prices.”
Other Iranian outlets published similar statements, reinforcing the government’s position.
The denial came shortly after Trump announced in a social media post that the US and Iran had held “productive conversations” over the past two days, aimed at achieving “a complete and total resolution” of hostilities in the region.
His comments triggered a sharp drop in global oil prices.
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Trump also said he had directed the Pentagon to suspend planned military strikes on Iranian power plants and energy facilities for five days, pending the outcome of the talks.
According to him, discussions between both sides would continue throughout the week.
The announcement came ahead of a deadline issued by Washington for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz shipping route, with Trump warning of possible military action if the demand was not met.
Iran had earlier threatened to deploy naval mines in the Gulf and target energy infrastructure across the region, raising fears of a wider conflict and a potential global energy crisis if hostilities persist.
Rafiyat Sadiq is a political, justice, and human rights reporter with Pinnacle Daily, known for fearless reporting and impactful storytelling. At Pinnacle Daily, she brings clarity and depth to issues shaping governance, democracy, and the protection of citizens’ rights.
