Iran interrupts negotiations with the US after new threats from Trump

Iran has suspended its ongoing negotiations with the United States in Switzerland, citing new threats made by U.S. President Donald Trump. The official Iranian news agency IRNA reported that the Islamic Republic's delegation departed the negotiation venue on Sunday.

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The delegation of the Islamic Republic of Iran left the negotiation site.

The decision to halt talks came after Trump issued warnings to Iran regarding Hezbollah's actions and the potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz. IRNA stated that the Iranian delegation interrupted discussions, which were being mediated by Qatar and Pakistan, after a meeting with the Qatari intermediary.

Trump had previously warned Iran that the U.S. would retaliate forcefully if Iran did not prevent its Lebanese ally, Hezbollah, from taking action. He also reportedly cautioned Tehran about closing the Strait of Hormuz, suggesting such a move would have severe consequences for Iran.

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It would be better if they took care of their statements.

Despite the heightened tensions, Iran's Parliament Speaker and chief negotiator, Mohamad Baqer Qalibaf, downplayed Trump's threats. He asserted that Iran's armed forces are prepared for any U.S. action and advised Washington to "take care of their statements." The negotiations had begun earlier that day with separate meetings involving the mediators, followed by a multilateral session focused on implementing a memorandum of understanding signed the previous week, particularly concerning a ceasefire in Lebanon.

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No matter how much they talk, we are the ones who act.