Trump emphasizes end of US-Iran ceasefire, claims Iran requested to resume negotiations

US President Donald Trump asserted that Iran has requested to resume negotiations, but stressed that the ceasefire between the two nations is definitively over. Trump made the claim on social media platform Truth Social on Friday, following his earlier declaration that the Washington-Tehran Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was also terminated.

"The Islamic Republic of Iran has asked us to continue 'talks.' We have agreed to do so, but the United States has stated to them, in no uncertain terms, that the Cease Fire is OVER!" Trump posted. This statement contrasts with reports from Iranian state media, where a Foreign Ministry spokesperson denied any requests for continued talks and stated that US violations would be met with "reciprocal action."

The situation is being navigated by Qatari mediators, who arrived in Iran on Friday to consolidate their role. Discussions are also reportedly involving Pakistan, with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif holding a call with Qatar's Emir to discuss the US-Iran tensions and Pakistan's potential role in negotiations. Both leaders emphasized the importance of continuing talks and resolving disputes diplomatically.

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The Islamic Republic of Iran has asked us to continue 'talks.' We have agreed to do so, but the United States has stated to them, in no uncertain terms, that the Cease Fire is OVER!