Esmaeil Baghaei

Iran and Oman have reached an understanding on the geographic coordinates for a shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz, with a joint announcement being finalized. Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei noted that the agreement alone would not guarantee security in the strategic waterway.

Iran and Oman have agreed on geographic coordinates for a shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz. A joint announcement is pending, contingent on third-party non-interference, according to Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei. The agreement does not ensure security in the strategic waterway.

Iran and Oman have agreed on geographic coordinates for a shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz. The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei stated that the agreement is being finalized, contingent on third parties not interfering, and noted it won't guarantee security in the waterway.

Iran and Oman are engaged in negotiations to establish a route through the Strait of Hormuz aimed at ensuring sovereign rights and national security for both countries. Iran’s foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei stated that talks have been assessed positively at technical and political levels to manage safe traffic flow through the waterway.

US President Donald Trump claims direct negotiations with Iran are ongoing, warning it is Tehran’s 'last chance' to secure a deal. Iran denies direct talks, stating discussions over the Strait of Hormuz remain mediated by Oman, while Pakistan seeks to facilitate a meeting. Iranian military officials threaten 'serious risks' if the US naval blockade continues, and oil companies report soaring profits amid the conflict.

Qatar's foreign ministry confirmed ongoing US-Iran negotiations, emphasizing efforts to achieve a diplomatic solution. US President Donald Trump stated talks are happening, while Iran's spokesperson denied plans for meetings between the two nations.

Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei denied ongoing negotiations or planned meetings with the US, contradicting US President Donald Trump's claim that talks would begin. The Hormuz Strait management discussions remain mediated by Oman.

Iran accused Kuwait of supporting US military operations in the Gulf, citing historical tensions dating back to the Gulf War (1990-91) and the Iran-Iraq War (1980-88). Recent missile attacks on American bases in Kuwait by Iran have led to mutual accusations, with Kuwait calling the strikes 'criminal aggression.'

Iran and Kuwait's historically amicable relationship has deteriorated amid accusations over US military bases and recent missile attacks on American facilities in Kuwait. Tensions trace back to Kuwait's support for Iraq during the Iran-Iraq War and fears of Iranian influence, with recent clashes escalating as Iran targets US bases in the Gulf.

Iran denied ongoing talks with the US despite President Trump's claim that negotiations would begin after he halted planned strikes. Iran confirmed discussions with Oman regarding the Strait of Hormuz, while oil prices fell following Trump's announcement.

Iran's foreign ministry states there are currently no negotiations with the US but confirms talks with Oman regarding the Strait of Hormuz. Discussions aim to secure passage through the strait, with Iran emphasizing that the US naval blockade on Iranian ports is maintaining the current situation.

Iran is holding funeral ceremonies for air force pilot Majid Kazemi, who was killed during a combat mission in March. Kazemi was among four crew members on two Su-24 bombers involved in an attack on 2 March 2026, when air defense systems struck the aircraft over the Gulf. Search efforts continue for the other three crew members.

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei stated that Iran is not seeking negotiations with the US. The declaration was made on Monday.

Iran's foreign ministry rejects restarting negotiations with the US, stating such talks are 'not in our DNA,' and confirms the Strait of Hormuz remains closed. The spokesperson also addressed the detention of two French diplomats, accusing France of interfering in Iran's internal affairs under the guise of civil society engagement.

Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson stated that the country has not initiated talks with the US, and the Strait of Hormuz remains closed. Communications are being relayed through mediators, according to the spokesperson.

Iran states the Strait of Hormuz cannot be used to harm its security, per foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei. The US has not fulfilled obligations to unfreeze Iran's assets, and mediators like Pakistan and Qatar are facilitating talks.

Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson denied nuclear activity at Kolang Kouh, rejecting US and Israeli claims. The statement accused the US of using the site as a pretext for aggression, citing compliance with IAEA safeguards.

Iran has stated it is ready to 'welcome' a US ground invasion amid ongoing tit-for-tat attacks. US Central Command reported nine consecutive nights of strikes targeting Iranian military and surveillance sites, citing efforts to deter attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson stated the country is prepared to 'welcome' a US ground invasion as tit-for-tat attacks continue. US Central Command reported strikes on Iranian military sites for the ninth consecutive night, targeting command centers, air defenses, and missile launch sites. Iranian state media reported blasts in multiple cities, including one fatality southwest of Tabriz.

Iran's Foreign Minister spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei accused the US military of committing a war crime by attacking a ranger post in Hormozgan's Seyed Jowzar village, killing three family members. He linked the attack to a series of US actions, including the assassination of Iranian leaders in Tehran, Minab, and Lamard.

Iran is continuing talks with mediators from Qatar, Pakistan, and Oman to prevent escalation in its conflict with the United States, as stated by spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei following renewed strikes. The mediators aim to prevent further tensions between the countries.

Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson stated the country will not comply with the June 2024 Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the US if Washington fails to meet its commitments to end the war. The spokesperson accused the US of hindering a joint mechanism with Oman for the Strait of Hormuz through pressure on the sultanate.

US and Iranian negotiators are expected to continue talks in Oman, with the US delegation including Vice President JD Vance, Jared Kushner, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and Special Envoy Steve Witkoff. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is in Muscat, and Iran's foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei accused the US of violating a memorandum through recent air strikes and restrictions on oil exports, stating Iran did not request negotiations but accepts mediator visits to Tehran.

An Iranian official praised the country's armed forces for monitoring enemy movements and ensuring national security. The statement, posted on X by Esmaeil Baghaei, highlighted the military's vigilance at strategic locations like coasts, islands, and borders.

Iran denied requesting negotiations with the US after President Donald Trump claimed Washington and Tehran had agreed to continue talks despite recent hostilities. Trump stated the June ceasefire between the two nations was over, while Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei confirmed Tehran had not sought talks but accepted a Qatari mediator's visit.

The Iranian foreign ministry accused NATO chief Mark Rutte of revealing Europe's 'willful complicity' in US-Israeli attacks on Iran. Spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei stated that European countries enabling the attacks through infrastructure and bases cannot avoid responsibility for the 'unprovoked aggression.'

Iran's Foreign Minister Esmaeil Baghaei accused the US of 'performative posturing' during a security meeting in Bahrain, claiming it conceals destabilizing policies. The US meeting aimed to discuss regional cooperation and maritime security with 12 Middle Eastern countries.

Iran rejected French President Emmanuel Macron’s proposal to demine the Strait of Hormuz, citing a provisional peace agreement with the U.S. under Donald Trump. Iran warned France against intervention and cast doubt on upcoming U.S.-Iran talks in Doha, highlighting the fragile state of the ceasefire.

Iran has stated that negotiations on a final agreement with the United States, including its nuclear program, have not yet started. The foreign ministry spokesman cited Article 13 of the memorandum of understanding, which requires the implementation of specific provisions before final negotiations can begin.

Iran announced an expert delegation will travel to Qatar this week to discuss implementing a memorandum of understanding with the United States. The delegation's mission focuses on the MoU signed earlier this month, but Iran's foreign ministry emphasized no final agreement negotiations are underway.

Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei stated no Iran-US talks are scheduled in the coming days. An Iranian technical delegation will visit Qatar this week, but the visit is unrelated to US officials. Tehran has not initiated negotiations for a final deal, as implementing certain points of the MoU remains Iran's priority.

Iran rejects claims by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who blamed Tehran-backed armed groups for regional instability. Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei countered that US policy and Israeli military actions are the primary drivers of conflict in the Middle East.

Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei announced that the work of Tehran's negotiating delegation in Switzerland is complete. The next phase will involve technical teams tasked with implementing the memorandum of understanding between Iran and the United States.

Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei stated the Iranian delegation refused to continue quadrilateral talks involving the United States, Pakistan, and Qatar in Switzerland after a 'threatening statement' by US President Donald Trump. Iran rejected efforts by Qatar and Pakistan to maintain the four-party format, emphasizing the need for the other side to implement existing commitments.

Iran and the United States made progress in talks regarding the release of Iranian assets and relief from oil sanctions. Discussions included safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz and a memorandum of understanding to lift oil sanctions, allowing unrestricted oil sales and foreign exchange returns.

Iran, the United States, Qatar, and Pakistan will hold a quadrilateral meeting at the Burgenstock mountaintop resort in Switzerland. The gathering follows a memorandum of understanding signed between Iran and the US earlier in the week.

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf arrived in Zurich for talks to advance a memorandum of understanding between Tehran and Washington. Qalibaf emphasized the guiding role of martyrs in the delegation's mission, and the visit aims to discuss fulfilling the agreement's obligations without initiating new negotiations.

Technical-level talks between Iran and the US are scheduled for tomorrow in Buergenstock, Switzerland, as a follow-up to the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding. The talks involve mediators from Pakistan and Qatar, with the US and Iran aiming to advance commitments under a 14-point agreement signed by President Donald Trump, President Masoud Pezeshkian, and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The agreement includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz, lifting US sanctions on Iran, and a $300 billion reconstruction fund.

An Iranian delegation will travel to Switzerland to demand the US fulfill its commitments to ensure Israel stops attacking Lebanon, according to Fars News Agency. The spokesperson warned that failure by the US to honor these obligations could jeopardize a broader agreement, emphasizing Iran's approach of reciprocal commitment.

Iran's foreign ministry spokesman accused French foreign minister Jean-Noël Barrot of hypocrisy for criticizing Iran's war impact on its people while France remained silent during past Iranian bombings. Baghaei alleged France's selective condemnation of Iran's actions serves political interests and cited Molière's 'Le Tartuffe' to highlight perceived French hypocrisy.