, April 26 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has said US pressure and hostile actions are eroding trust and making efforts to resume talks more difficult.

During a phone call on Saturday with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Pezeshkian discussed recent political and military developments, efforts to uphold a ceasefire and ongoing diplomatic initiatives, according to a statement from his office on Sunday.

He said resolving disputes requires "common understanding" and conducive conditions for dialogue, noting that recent US sanctions, naval restrictions and military pressure are major obstacles to rebuilding trust.

Pezeshkian said Washington cannot pursue negotiations while intensifying pressure on Tehran, warning that such ...