Iran Rejects US Deal Claims, Says Washington ‘Negotiating With Itself’ Amid Rising Tensions

Iran’s military has dismissed claims of ongoing diplomacy with the United States, stating that Washington is effectively “negotiating with itself” as tensions between the two countries persist.

A military spokesperson said Iran would not engage on such terms, stressing that the country would not “come to terms” with the US under current conditions.

The response follows remarks by former US President Donald Trump, who claimed that Iran is eager to reach an agreement and had offered what he described as a significant concession.

Reports, yet to be officially confirmed, suggest that the US may have proposed a 15-point peace plan requiring Iran to dismantle its nuclear programme in exchange for sanctions relief.

At the same time, there are indications that the Pentagon is considering deploying additional troops in connection with the situation, although no official details have been released by the White House.

Meanwhile, Iran has said that “non-hostile vessels” can continue to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping route. Ships from countries such as China, India and Pakistan are reportedly still navigating the corridor.

Despite this, hostilities in the region continue. Israel and Iran have sustained exchanges of strikes, while violence in southern Lebanon has reportedly resulted in casualties.

The ongoing standoff, alongside continued military activity, is fuelling concerns about regional stability and the potential impact on global energy supplies.