Iran's Tasnim news agency reports the country has completely rejected US requests for negotiations due to Washington's excessive demands.
The denial now specifically names Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and the location of Islamabad.
Tasnim News Agency is the specific outlet making the denial.
Tasnim News Agency provides a more detailed denial, accusing US officials and media of fabricating stories about negotiations for over ten days.
Tasnim specifically stated Araghchi's travel to Pakistan is to discuss regional issues and Iran's views on ending the war, not to meet American officials.
Tasnim specifically named US advisers Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff as the individuals with whom Iran will not negotiate.
Tasnim, directly affiliated with the IRGC, is the source of the latest denial, specifically stating Araghchi's Pakistan trip is for regional discussions, not US meetings.
A new source reports the White House statement and provides a direct quote from Tehran denying plans for talks, reinforcing the conflicting public positions.
Iran's Tasnim news agency specifically states Tehran has decided not to enter negotiations and denies making any request for talks.
The Tasnim report adds that Iran's rejection is specifically due to the United States' 'excessive demands'.
