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Iranian delegation claims 'under attack' en route to Islamabad talks; regime vows to re-arm - report

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TLDR

  • An Iranian delegation en route to US-Iran ceasefire talks in Islamabad, Pakistan, reported being under attack and took an alternative route home.
  • An Iranian official stated the regime does not trust the US and is preparing for future conflict while negotiating.
  • The US and Iran negotiating teams may return to Islamabad this week after the initial talks stalled without a breakthrough on issues like the Strait of Hormuz and Iran's nuclear program.

The Iranian delegation faced significant security threats on their journey to Islamabad for crucial ceasefire negotiations with the United States. According to Hezbollah-affiliated media, the delegation was warned of a potential attack on their aircraft and later confirmed they were under attack, forcing them to take an alternative route back to Tehran.

We don't trust the United States, and we are also being very busy preparing ourselves for the next round of war.

— Professor Mohammad MarandiStated to Al-Mayadeen, reflecting Iran's stance on negotiations and military preparedness.

Professor Mohammad Marandi, a member of the delegation described as a "government mouthpiece," conveyed a stark message: "We don't trust the United States, and we are also being very busy preparing ourselves for the next round of war." He further asserted that Iran "always knew the United States was deceitful" and that the regime is actively bolstering its military capabilities even as negotiations proceed.

Iran always knew the United States was deceitful.

— Professor Mohammad MarandiFurther elaboration on Iran's distrust of the US during ongoing talks.

These developments come as US and Iranian negotiating teams are reportedly considering a return to Islamabad this week. The previous round of talks, the highest-level since the 1979 Islamic Revolution, concluded without a significant breakthrough. Key issues on the table included the Strait of Hormuz, Iran's nuclear program, and international sanctions.

they'd like to work a deal.

— Donald TrumpUS President's statement regarding Iran's interest in a deal, though not immediately verifiable.
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