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STANDARD DIPLOMATIC UNVERIFIED

Iran reportedly rejects second round of US ceasefire talks

Apr 19, 2026 03:05 PM CT Washington D.C., United States diplomacy,ceasefire,negotiations,US-Iran relations

Summary

Iran has reportedly declined a second round of negotiations with the United States regarding a ceasefire, despite US President Donald Trump's assertion that a peace deal remains achievable. Trump characterized Iran's recent actions as a serious violation of the ceasefire but maintained diplomatic engagement as a viable path forward. This development highlights the fragility of current de-escalation efforts and the potential for renewed diplomatic friction between the two state actors.

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Earlier on Sunday, US President Donald Trump said that Iran has committed a "serious violation" of the ceasefire but still thinks he can get a peace deal, ABC News reporter Jonathan Karl reported.

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Actor Responses

Iran NEUTRAL

Reportedly rejected the second round of talks with the US.

United States NEUTRAL

President Trump stated Iran violated the ceasefire but believes a peace deal is still possible.

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