No talks or negotiations between Iran and US: Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson

In an exclusive interview with India Today, Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei said that there are no talks or negotiations between Iran and the United States. He rejected mediation efforts, citing betrayal of diplomacy when Iran was attacked twice during previous nuclear negotiations. He said Iran cannot trust US diplomacy and that Iranian armed forces are focused on defending the country's territory. He acknowledged that multiple countries, including Pakistan, have offered mediation, but emphasised that Iran is under constant bombardment. He stated that US military attacks originated from bases in Persian Gulf countries, and that Iran is exercising its right to self-defense under Article 51 of the UN Charter. He confirmed Iranian authorities are coordinating safe passage for Indian vessels through the Strait of Hormuz.