Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has accused the United States of acting in bad faith during ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at ending the regional conflict, saying Washington’s “lack of good faith and dishonesty” remains the biggest obstacle to achieving lasting peace. The remarks were made during a high-level meeting in Tehran with Norway’s deputy foreign minister amid continuing tensions in the Middle East.
According to Iranian state broadcaster Press TV, Araghchi criticised what he described as the United States’ “arrogant” approach to negotiations, particularly regarding issues linked to regional security and the Strait of Hormuz. He said Washington’s “threatening and provocative rhetoric” had complicated efforts to reach a ceasefire or broader peace framework. The Iranian foreign minister also argued that continued military pressure from the US had deepened instability in the region rather than creating conditions for dialogue.
Araghchi stated that the absence of what he called genuine political intent from the American side had made meaningful progress in negotiations difficult. Iran has repeatedly maintained that future talks with Washington would depend on several conditions, including the easing of economic sanctions, an end to military pressure, and guarantees relating to regional security and maritime access. Tehran has also expressed concerns over what it sees as changing American demands during discussions.
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The tensions were further highlighted in a strongly worded statement posted on social media platform X by Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei. In the post, Baqaei accused Iran’s adversaries of violating international laws and targeting civilians during the conflict. He described the situation as a confrontation between forces that “violate every law of war” and those attempting to protect innocent lives, reflecting the increasingly hostile rhetoric emerging from Tehran.
The diplomatic deadlock comes amid broader disagreements between Tehran and Washington over Iran’s nuclear programme, sanctions relief, and control of strategic waterways, particularly the Strait of Hormuz. The waterway remains one of the world’s most critical energy shipping routes, making stability in the region a major concern for global markets and international powers. Recent reports indicate that negotiations between the two sides remain stalled, with little sign of immediate compromise.
US President Donald Trump has reportedly rejected several Iranian proposals during the latest round of discussions, while Iranian officials continue to accuse Washington of inconsistency in its negotiating position. Despite intermittent diplomatic engagement, both countries remain far apart on key issues, raising concerns among international observers about the possibility of further escalation in the region.
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