Iran20 Apr
Iran accuses US of sabotaging diplomacy
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman dismissed US claims of a heated phone call as 'American media narrative-building'.
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Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei has accused the United States of sabotaging diplomatic efforts and committing an act of aggression against an Iranian commercial ship. In a separate statement, Baghaei also responded to claims by US President Donald Trump about a recent phone call, dismissing them as 'American media narrative-building.' He asserted that no opportunity for anyone to be aggressive or shout at the Iranian delegation was ever provided, nor will it be. The comments highlight the ongoing public acrimony between the two nations despite reported progress in behind-the-scenes nuclear negotiations.
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20 AprMiddle East Spectator — MES
Spokesman Ismael Baqaei reiterated the accusation, specifically stating U.S. actions show no seriousness in diplomacy.
20 Aprسپاه سایبری پاسداران IRGC 🏴
Baghaei provided additional details, stating the US breach of promise and contradictory statements began 'from the very beginning of the ceasefire,' and explicitly called the naval blockade and ship attack a 'violation of maritime agreements and an instance of an act of aggression.'
20 Aprسپاه سایبری پاسداران IRGC 🏴
Baghaei specifically linked the US naval blockade to the ceasefire violation, stating it shows Washington is not serious about negotiations.
20 Aprسپاه سایبری پاسداران IRGC 🏴
Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei specifically denied US President Trump's claim of using a harsh tone and shouting during a phone call with the Iranian side, calling it 'American media narrative-building.'
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