Fresh uncertainty has emerged over the proposed US-Iran talks scheduled in Doha, Qatar, after conflicting statements from Washington and Tehran cast doubt on whether any direct meeting will take place. US President Donald Trump claimed that the meeting was being held at Iran’s request and described it as potentially significant for regional diplomacy. However, Iran rejected the claim, with its Foreign Ministry stating that no direct talks with American officials are scheduled. Tehran clarified that its delegation is in Doha solely to pursue the release of Iran’s frozen financial assets and not for negotiations with the United States. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian also said meaningful dialogue requires commitment from both sides, warning that Iran would firmly respond to any threats if the US failed to honor its commitments. Meanwhile, Trump reiterated that the United States had already achieved its military objectives and insisted that Iran would not be allowed to develop nuclear weapons. The contradictory positions have raised fresh doubts over the future of diplomatic engagement between the two countries.
