Iran tells US that Washington cannot decide timing of war and peace
Tehran's foreign ministry stated Iran will not allow Washington to dictate conflict and diplomacy, as mediators attempt to revive a collapsed interim deal.
By Europa Express28 Jul 2026 · 08:00 CETUpdated 28 Jul 2026 · 08:00 CET
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Core Briefing: Iran tells US that Washington cannot decide timing of war and peace
Strategic Context: Tehran's foreign ministry stated Iran will not allow Washington to dictate conflict and diplomacy, as mediators attempt to revive a collapsed interim deal.
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Iran has stated that it will not allow Washington to determine the timing of war and peace, according to its foreign ministry. The announcement follows claims by Donald Trump that the Islamic Republic had requested negotiations. Meanwhile, international mediators are working to revive the collapsed interim deal between the nations. The remarks highlight ongoing diplomatic tensions regarding the region's stability and potential talks, as reported by Euronews.