Iran–US talks collapse after deadlock over these key issues
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Tehran: Talks between Iran and the United States ended without agreement in Islamabad after major differences remained unresolved, according to Iran’s Foreign Ministry.
Iran said both sides discussed 10 points each and reached a partial understanding on some issues. However, three key disagreements led to the breakdown. The US demanded that Iran give up control over the Strait of Hormuz and completely halt uranium enrichment, both of which Iran rejected. No agreement was reached on stopping Israeli military actions in Lebanon.
The ministry said the talks were held in an atmosphere of distrust. It added that diplomacy remains possible only if Iran’s national interests are protected. No timeline has been announced for resuming negotiations.
Iranian media reported that Tehran is not in a hurry to restart talks and stated that “the ball is in America’s court.” Reports accused the US of making excessive demands and refusing to compromise. Sources close to Iran’s delegation claimed the US was seeking a way to exit the talks and was attempting to achieve diplomatically what it failed to secure during the conflict.
US Vice President J. D. Vance confirmed that no agreement was reached and said the US had presented its “final and best offer.” Five rounds of talks were held over 21 hours.
The talks followed a major escalation. On February 28, joint US and Israeli strikes targeted Iran, reportedly killing Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Iran retaliated by attacking US bases and Israel, while Israel expanded strikes in Lebanon.
Iran later imposed restrictions in the Strait of Hormuz, disrupting global oil flows and triggering a crisis. A temporary ceasefire brokered by Pakistan led to the talks, which have now ended without agreement.