Iran has signalled it is weighing Washington’s response to its proposed peace framework, while insisting that any negotiations at this stage will be confined to ending the war rather than addressing broader nuclear issues.
Speaking at a weekly news briefing in Tehran, Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said the US reply to Iran’s 14-point peace proposal remains under review. He stressed that talks, if they proceed, will focus exclusively on halting the conflict.
“At this stage, we are not talking about anything other than a complete end to the war,” Baghaei said, adding that any future direction would be decided later.
Nuclear Issues ‘Not On The Table’
Baghaei dismissed speculation that uranium enrichment or nuclear material would be part of the current discussions, underlining that such matters are outside the scope of the immediate negotiations.
His remarks suggest Tehran is seeking to separate ceasefire talks from longstanding disputes over its nuclear programme.
US ‘Humanitarian’ Claims Rejected
Responding to comments by US President Donald Trump, who described allowing ships through the Strait of Hormuz as a humanitarian step, Baghaei rejected the characterisation.
He said the international community does not accept what he called US claims of humanitarian intent, adding that escalating rhetoric would not influence Iran’s position.
Baghaei also blamed recent tensions in the strait on US and Israeli military actions, linking disruptions in maritime traffic to the broader conflict.
Coordination on Shipping Security
Iran said it is engaging with regional partners to address maritime safety. Baghaei referred to recent talks between Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and officials in Oman on ensuring safe passage through the strait.
“We and Oman are coastal countries of the Strait of Hormuz, and naturally we must develop a mechanism to ensure safe shipping,” he said.
Talks Expected to Continue
Baghaei said discussions on these issues are likely to continue in the coming days, as diplomatic efforts intensify to prevent further escalation and stabilise conditions in the region.
The comments highlight Iran’s current focus on securing a ceasefire while keeping broader strategic issues for later negotiations.
