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STANDARD DIPLOMATIC UNVERIFIED

Iranian MP Sets Pre-Conditions for US Talks

Sep 12, 2026 02:42 AM CT Tehran, Iran iran,united-states,diplomacy,negotiations,hardline

Summary

An Iranian Member of Parliament stated that diplomatic negotiations with the United States will not commence until Washington accepts all of Iran's pre-conditions. This hardline stance signals a lack of immediate flexibility in Tehran regarding potential de-escalation or nuclear deal talks, reinforcing the current diplomatic stalemate.

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Actor Responses

Iran NEUTRAL

Refused to engage in talks with the US until all Iranian conditions are met.

United States NEUTRAL

Subject of pre-conditions for potential diplomatic engagement.

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