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Russian Envoy Blames US for Stalled Iran Talks Amid Contradictory Statements

Apr 22, 2026 06:57 AM CT Geneva, Switzerland diplomacy,US-Iran relations,Russia,negotiations,conflict de-escalation

Summary

Russian envoy Mikhail Ulyanov attributed the stagnation of US-Iran negotiations to impulsive and contradictory American statements, citing a lack of coordination in the diplomatic process. This assessment highlights ongoing friction in de-escalation efforts between Washington and Tehran, which are critical for managing the broader Iran-Israel conflict theater. The Russian perspective suggests that diplomatic channels remain fragile and susceptible to unilateral rhetoric.

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Mikhail Ulyanov said the negotiation process is not well coordinated or organised

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Actor Responses

Russia NEUTRAL

Envoy Mikhail Ulyanov stated that US impulsive and contradictory statements are stalling talks with Iran due to poor coordination.

United States NEUTRAL

Cited by Russia as the cause of stalled negotiations due to contradictory statements.

Iran NEUTRAL

Involved in stalled talks with the US as described by the Russian envoy.

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