By Alyssa Lukpat

Iran's ministry of foreign affairs denied President Trump's assertions that Washington and Tehran were engaged in talks. "We have had no negotiations with America in these thirty-one days," ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei said in a post on X. He said the U.S. relayed a set of proposals to Iran through intermediaries including Pakistan. "Our position is very clear. At present, as America's military aggression and invasion continue with full intensity, all our efforts and capabilities are devoted to defending Iran's essence," he said.

He added that Iran hadn't forgotten its previous failed negotiations with the U.S.

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March 30, 2026 19:17 ET (23:17 GMT)