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Iranian President: Iran not avoiding dialogue with US, Washington has not sought talks
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On October 1, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that Iran is not avoiding dialogue with the United States, countering claims that Tehran is unwilling to engage. He noted that the US has not sought talks. This comes after US President Donald Trump said he may increase pressure on Iran following the US midterm elections. Pezeshkian added that Iran is currently evaluating the US response to its latest proposal regarding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. The previous day, Iran confirmed receiving an official US reply to its proposal on the strategic waterway. The statements highlight ongoing tensions and diplomatic signals between the two countries, with Iran positioning itself as open to negotiation while accusing the US of not pursuing dialogue.
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October 2 — Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated on Tuesday, October 1, that Iran will not avoid engaging in dialogue with the United States.
President Donald Trump has indicated that he may intensify pressure on Iran following the U.S. midterm elections. In response, Pezeshkian said that Iran has never avoided talks with the U.S., but noted that Washington has not sought dialogue with Tehran.
Pezeshkian added that Iran is currently evaluating the U.S. response to its latest proposal. A day earlier, Iranian officials said they had received an official reply from the United States regarding Tehran's latest proposal on reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
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