Overview
- Iran’s foreign minister said Tehran will keep the door open to talks if Washington drops what he called a threatening tone.
- Iran’s Foreign Ministry identified Pakistan as the official intermediary and said no negotiations are on the calendar.
- The ministry said communications continue through indirect channels and promised a public announcement if formal talks are set.
- Abbas Araghchi held calls with counterparts from Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Türkiye, Egypt, Iraq, and Azerbaijan to brief them on Iran’s stance.
- The Indian Express reported that the U.S. president rejected Iran’s latest proposal and that Tehran outlined a phased plan starting with shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and later steps tied to sanctions relief.