Iran rejects Trump peace overture, vows fight to last drop of blood
Iran publicly rejected President Trump's claim that Tehran seeks a quick deal to end the war, insisting negotiations will not resume until its conditions are met and vowing continued military resistance. The rejection comes amid oil at $108/bbl and Strait of Hormuz disruptions, signaling sustained escalation risk. The claim is based on Iranian state media via The Independent; Trump's original statement is not independently verified.
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Iran Rejects US Talks Amid Trump De-escalation Claims; Diplomacy Deadlock Persists
Iran has publicly rejected US President Trump's stated openness to dialogue and claims of direct communication, conditioning any negotiations on unspecified prior concessions. This firm stance by Tehran maintains the diplomatic deadlock, despite Trump's rhetoric suggesting a potential de-escalation and nearing end of conflict. The nature and status of any direct communication claimed by Trump remain unconfirmed.