Iran defends two-day proposal for peace talks after US rejects conditions
Iran says the shortened offer could resume talks in 48 hours if Washington lifts sanctions and its naval blockade, while Rubio calls the demands unrealistic.
- United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated there is "no progress to report" in efforts to end the West Asia war, describing Iranian demands as "outrageous" and "ridiculous."
- Tehran has demanded an end to naval blockades and sanctions as conditions for peace talks, while Washington seeks concessions on Iranian nuclear programmes and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
- Rubio said Washington would defend American forces and shipping if threatened; President Donald Trump told CNN it is "highly unlikely" he would order further strikes if Tehran agrees to a strong agreement.
- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi told the Islamic Republic News Agency there has been "no activity or movement" from mediators following United States midterm elections.
- Qatar continues mediating between Washington and Tehran as diplomatic efforts face hurdles, with Trump scheduled to meet Qatar's leader to discuss stalled negotiations.
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Iran has offered to resume peace talks with the United States within two days, but only if Washington halts hostilities, lifts its blockade and removes sanctions, conditions Washington rejects.
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