Iran: Currently no negotiations with the US

What the report says

Al Jazeera reported that Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said Monday that Iran is not currently seeking negotiations with the United States. The report, published July 27, 2026, said Baghaei also stated that Iran remains fully in control of the Strait of Hormuz.

The remarks came after President Donald Trump paused U.S. attacks on Iran over the weekend, according to Al Jazeera. The brief report did not provide further details about the scope of the U.S. attacks, the terms or duration of the pause, or whether any diplomatic contacts are taking place through intermediaries.

The Strait of Hormuz is a strategically important waterway linking the Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and wider global shipping routes. Any public claim about control of the strait, especially during a period of U.S.-Iran military tension, is likely to draw attention from regional governments, energy markets and maritime operators.

Al Jazeera’s report indicates Tehran is publicly signaling resistance to direct talks with Washington for now, while emphasizing its position in a key maritime corridor. Further confirmation from U.S. officials, Iranian authorities or regional mediators would be needed to clarify whether the pause in attacks could lead to de-escalation or whether both sides remain on a confrontational footing.