Esmaeil Baqaei
Coverage of Esmaeil Baqaei in the Nexus archive.
- Iranian foreign ministry says US violated terms of MoU
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei accused the US of violating the terms of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) by undermining its fifth clause, which addresses safe passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz. Iran stated it will defend its national interests and sovereignty.
- Trump says US 'getting along well' with Iran as both countries hold indirect talks in Qatar
President Trump stated the US and Iran are 'getting along well' during indirect talks in Doha mediated by Qatar and Pakistan, focusing on denuclearization and easing tensions. Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister confirmed working groups have been formed but denied direct negotiations have begun, while the Islamabad MoU aims to address a ceasefire and conflict resolution.
- Talks in Qatar after US-Iran deal: What we know
US envoys met with Qatari mediators in Doha to discuss US-Iran negotiations, following a memorandum of understanding to halt the Middle East war. Iran denied plans for direct talks with the US, while Qatar clarified no high-level meetings between the two nations are scheduled. Key issues include Iran’s control of the Strait of Hormuz and the release of frozen Iranian funds.
- Iran says it will respond to any US violation of memorandum of understanding
Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei warned that the country will respond decisively to any US violation of a memorandum of understanding between the two nations. The statement was made as delegations prepared for indirect talks in Qatar, with Baqaei emphasizing that repeated violations could hinder the process.
- Iran slams NATO chief's comments on US support in war
Iran condemned NATO for 'complicity' in the US-Israeli war against Iran after NATO chief Mark Rutte highlighted US military operations using allied bases. Rutte stated 500 US planes launched from Italian bases to support the 'Epic Fury' campaign, which Iran calls an unlawful war of aggression. Iran's foreign ministry accused NATO of violating international law and UN Charter principles.
- Iran States Lebanon Conflict to Top Agenda in Talks with US in Switzerland
Iran's foreign ministry announced that talks with the US in Switzerland will focus on the Israel-Hezbollah conflict in Lebanon, access to frozen Iranian funds, and oil sale licenses. The negotiations, involving mediators Pakistan and Qatar, will take place at the Burgenstock resort with separate and joint sessions.
- Iran negotiators leave for Switzerland to discuss US deal
Iran's negotiating team departed for Switzerland to discuss the implementation of a deal with the United States to halt the war. The foreign ministry spokesman emphasized the need for the other party to fulfill its commitments, warning that failure to do so could jeopardize the agreement.
- Trump, Iran agree to memorandum of understanding opening Strait of Hormuz: What is in the 60-day deal?
President Donald Trump and Iran signed a 60-day memorandum of understanding to cease fighting and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The agreement includes immediate partial reopening of the strait, mine clearance efforts, and a toll-free period for 60 days, with a formal signing scheduled in Geneva.
- Tehran says considering plan for Iran, US presidents to sign deal
Tehran's foreign ministry is considering a plan for the US and Iran presidents to sign a war-ending deal remotely. The proposal is part of preparations for a Geneva meeting in Switzerland, with Vice President JD Vance and Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf representing their countries.
- Iran's foreign ministry says 'deep mistrust' in US remains despite deal
Iran's foreign ministry states that Tehran maintains deep mistrust towards the US due to historical US actions, despite a framework aimed at ending the war. The statement was made by foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei during a press briefing.
- Iran condemns US over reported attack on Indian commercial vessels
Iran's foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei condemned the United States for reported attacks on Indian commercial vessels that killed at least three Indian nationals. He accused Washington of engaging in 'armed robbery and State piracy' and called for international accountability over the incidents.
- Israeli strikes on Iran ‘fully coordinated’ with US, says Tehran
Iran accused Israel and the United States of coordinating recent strikes against Iran, following a cycle of attacks between the two nations. Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson stated the U.S. bears direct responsibility for escalating tensions and criticized the IAEA director for bias against Iran. Pakistan's mediation efforts to resolve the conflict continue despite renewed hostilities.
- As Trump attacks anew, Iran says Europe’s ‘appeasing aggressors’
Iran condemned the European Union's response to its attacks on US military installations in the Middle East, accusing EU leaders of 'appeasing aggressors.' The Trump administration launched new strikes against Iran over the weekend, with peace talks remaining unresolved.
- Iran condemns US ceasefire 'violations' after strikes in south
Iran condemned U.S. strikes on the southern port city of Bandar Abbas, accusing the U.S. of violating a ceasefire and threatening regional stability. The Iranian Foreign Ministry vowed to defend its sovereignty and criticized American officials' 'threatening rhetoric' against Iran and other countries in the region.
- Iran says it is winning the negotiations with Trump on ending the war
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei claims Iran is winning negotiations with President Trump to end the nearly three-month conflict. He shared an image of an Iranian archaeological site on X, suggesting historical context for the current diplomatic efforts.
- Iran says its demands were seeking peace, while the US’s are ‘unreasonable’
Iran's foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei stated that Iran's latest response was dismissed by the US, citing unreasonable demands. Iran claims its demands were seeking peace. The US and Iran have differing opinions on the matter.
- Iran reviewing US proposal to end war
Iran is reviewing a US proposal to end hostilities after President Trump threatened Iran against rejecting the deal. The Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed the review on Thursday. The proposal's details have not been disclosed.
- Iran says no meeting planned with US; indicates indirect talks through Pakistan
Iran has denied plans for a direct meeting with the U.S. in upcoming Pakistan-mediated talks, stating its observations will be communicated through Pakistan. The White House had previously suggested a meeting was possible, but Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei clarified no such arrangement is scheduled.
- Iran foreign ministry spokesperson: US ‘appears to become a promoter of terrorism’
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei accused the U.S. of promoting terrorism after President Trump shared a post suggesting Iranians opposing a peace deal should be killed. The post, on Truth Social, quoted Fox News contributor Marc Thiessen.
- Nuclear experts warn Iran’s uranium ‘right’ is a myth, say Trump is right to hold firm
Nuclear experts support President Trump's stance against Iran's uranium enrichment program, rejecting Iran's claim to retain nuclear capabilities. Iran's Foreign Ministry refuses to transfer enriched uranium, while experts argue any remaining infrastructure could allow Iran to pursue nuclear weapons after Trump's presidency.
- Iran threatens 'new cards' on battlefield as ceasefire wanes
Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warned of 'new cards on the battlefield' as a U.S.-Iran ceasefire mediated by Pakistan nears expiration. Tensions escalated with Iran reimposing restrictions on the Strait of Hormuz, reversing a prior decision to open the waterway, while U.S. Vice President JD Vance prepares for renewed peace talks in Pakistan.