Iranian foreign minister says "we don't see any reason" to talk with U.S.
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Iranian Foreign Minister rejects talks with U.S. despite Trump's claims Iran wants a deal.
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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi rejected the possibility of talks with the United States, stating "we don't see any reason why we should talk with Americans." His comments come as President Trump has claimed Iran is seeking a deal to end tensions between the two countries. The foreign minister's dismissal directly contradicts Trump's assertions about Iran's willingness to negotiate. The conflicting statements highlight the wide gap between the two nations' positions on potential diplomatic engagement.
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