Scared of Mojtaba, US officials slam Trump for spoiling talks as Iran readies for war after truce

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Iran claims tanker entered waters despite US naval threats.

Iran has ruled out fresh negotiations with the United States under what it describes as coercive conditions, even as President Donald Trump insisted that a maritime blockade would remain in place. An Iranian lawmaker said talks were “not acceptable” in the current situation, citing recent tensions and Washington’s “overly demanding” stance, further dimming prospects of dialogue as a fragile ceasefire approaches its expiry on April 22.

MP Mohammad Reza Mohseni Sani, a member of Iran’s parliament National Security Commission, said the next round of negotiations was effectively “off the table”. In remarks carried by Mehr News Agency, he accused the US of pursuing ulterior motives and leveraging talks for domestic political gain.

He pointed to “recent aggressions” and a history of strained negotiations, arguing that Tehran could not engage under pressure. His comments underscore Iran’s deepening scepticism towards Washington, even as diplomatic channels remain technically open.