Iran says direct talks with Washington remain suspended

Key points

• Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Ismail Baghaei said Iranian negotiators are experienced in formal and informal talks, responding to Donald Trump’s comparison of the conflict to chess.
• Baghaei said Tehran and Washington are exchanging messages through intermediaries rather than holding direct negotiations; he said talks could resume if the United States stops violating the agreement.
• Baghaei said safe international navigation cannot be guaranteed while the situation continues, adding that maritime services require something in return.