Iranian Foreign Minister, when asked about the status of negotiations with the US, says "No decision has been made yet. We have many considerations. Our conditions for ending the war are very clear. We do not accept the ceasefire; We seek a complete end"
Iranian Foreign Minister Aragchi says:
- "No negotiations have taken place so far and the claims made in this regard are not correct. The exchange of messages, which sometimes contains warnings from our side or the other party has a point, is not called negotiation, but the process is ongoing."
- "Mr. Witkoff is also sending me messages directly, as he used to send me messages. As I said, this is not a negotiation at all, but a kind of exchange of messages that can be done in peace or war and is happening now."
- "So far, we have not given any answer to this 15-point plan of America. No response provided."
- "We also want guarantees so that these conflicts do not repeat and the damages caused to the people of Iran are compensated."
Context
The Iranian Foreign Minister's comments reflect a hardline stance on negotiations with the US, indicating that no formal negotiations are taking place and that Iran's conditions for conflict resolution are stringent. This sentiment could lead to heightened geopolitical tensions, impacting oil prices and regional stability as markets react to the implications of stalled diplomatic efforts and potential escalations. Traders should consider how this news could affect risk sentiment, particularly in energy markets and haven assets.
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