politics
April 26, 2026
Tehran denies new talks with Trump envoys
Iran says no meeting with the US is planned during Abbas Araghchi’s visit to Pakistan, despite reports that Washington is sending envoys to Islamabad
TL;DR
- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is on a tour of Pakistan, Oman, and Russia.
- Tehran denies reports of new talks with the US during Araghchi's visit to Pakistan.
- US President Trump's envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner were reportedly to travel to Islamabad for talks.
- Iran states its views will be conveyed to Pakistan, and Araghchi aims to coordinate with partners on bilateral and regional issues.
- The US extended a ceasefire with Iran, expecting a unified proposal while maintaining its blockade of Iranian ports.
- Tensions remain high around the Strait of Hormuz, impacting global markets.
- Tehran considers the US blockade a breach of ceasefire, deeming talks pointless under these conditions.
- Iran states it is open to diplomacy if Washington ceases its 'bullying'.
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