Iran rejects pressure-based negotiations

A senior Iranian official has told Reuters that Iran rejects any negotiations conducted under pressure or aimed at surrender. The official stated that Iran could attend talks with the United States in Pakistan, but only if Washington abandons its policy of pressure and threats. This statement reinforces Tehran's consistent position amid the stalled second round of negotiations and the ongoing US naval blockade. The remarks come as Iran has already finalized its decision not to attend the scheduled talks in Islamabad.