Tuesday, April 21, 2026 - Iran’s president, Masoud Pezeshkian has emphasized the need for diplomacy in dealing with the United States, while also warning that caution and distrust remain necessary in engagements with Washington.
Speaking on Monday, Pezeshkian said all rational and
diplomatic avenues should be explored to reduce tensions, but described
vigilance in dealings with the U.S. as an “undeniable necessity,” according to
Islamic Republic News Agency.
A two-week ceasefire between Iran and the United States is
expected to expire on Wednesday. U.S. representatives are reportedly heading to
Islamabad for talks, although Tehran has yet to confirm whether it will send a
delegation.
Iranian state television, citing an unnamed source, reported
that there are currently no plans for a second round of negotiations, pointing
to what it described as excessive and inconsistent U.S. demands.
Tensions remain high between the two sides, particularly
around the Strait of Hormuz, where Iran has tightened control over maritime
traffic. The U.S. has continued its blockade of Iranian ports and recently
detained a vessel attempting to pass through.
Both countries have accused each other of breaching the
ceasefire. Pezeshkian said the U.S. actions indicate a return to past patterns,
warning that such moves undermine diplomatic efforts.
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