Iran rejects second round of US talks

Iran's state news agency IRNA has rejected claims that a second round of talks with the United States is taking place in Islamabad.

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Sunday, 19 April 2026 at 17:47 UTC

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Iran has officially denied holding a new round of negotiations with the United States, according to a report from the country's state news agency IRNA. The agency stated that Washington's claims do not correspond with reality and that reports of a second round of talks in Islamabad are inaccurate. This denial reinforces Tehran's consistent position of refusing dialogue while the US naval blockade remains in place.

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19 AprFrente Militar y Geopolítico

IRNA has provided a direct quote, characterizing the US statements as a 'media game' aimed at exerting pressure.

19 Apr@Osinttechnical

Reuters has now also reported Iran's rejection of new peace talks, citing the state news agency.

19 Apr@WarMonitor3

Reuters has confirmed Iran's rejection of new peace talks with the United States, adding another source to the reporting.

19 Apr@clashreport

Iran's state television has reinforced the official position, reporting that Tehran does not currently plan to participate in any further talks with Washington.

19 Apr@MonitorX99800

Iranian state TV has reiterated that Iran does not currently plan to participate in further talks with the US, confirming earlier denials.

19 Apr@Osint613

IRNA explicitly labeled claims of a second round of talks in Islamabad as inaccurate.

e/eineurope · topic · T-01635cycle Sunday, 19 April 2026 at 17:47 UTC · first reported 19 Apr