Iran: No Direct Dialogue Has Been Held with the United States

Odaily News - According to Xinhua News Agency, Iran's Fars News Agency reported on the 19th, citing sources, that after the United States violated the Iran-U.S. Memorandum of Understanding, Iran has not engaged in any direct dialogue with the United States. According to reports, a source close to the negotiation team stated that talks between Iran and the U.S. have been suspended following the U.S. violation of the memorandum. The talks between Iran and Oman regarding the Strait of Hormuz issue are unrelated to the United States. CNN reported on the 18th that U.S. President Trump has instructed his negotiation team to cease contact with Iran. Citing U.S. officials, the report said Trump is dissatisfied with Iran's unwillingness to meet his demands and hopes to re-engage after Iranian leaders signal renewed willingness to reach the agreement he seeks.