Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi declared on Wednesday that his country is not engaged in negotiations with the United States, stating that the exchange of messages through intermediaries does not constitute actual talks. Araghchi asserted that Tehran's armed forces have already "secured safe passage" for vessels from friendly nations through the Strait of Hormuz.
The Iranian official's statement appears to be a response to international tensions regarding the strategically vital waterway. According to Araghchi, the US attempt to restrict Iran's activities in the region has failed.