Afghanistan, April 21 -- Abbas Araghchi said Iran will not negotiate under what he described as a "shadow of threat," warning of escalation if talks with the United States fail.
Writing on X, Araghchi said Tehran could unveil "new cards on the battlefield" if diplomatic efforts collapse, signalling readiness for further confrontation.
His remarks echo those of Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, who accused Washington of trying to turn negotiations into "surrender talks" through military pressure and alleged ceasefire violations.
Ghalibaf said Iran would not accept negotiations under coercion and warned that recent developments could justify renewed conflict.
The statements come as diplomatic efforts appear stalled despite earlier indications fro...