Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announced on Thursday that Tehran has officially responded to a letter from United States President Donald Trump. The response was delivered via Oman and includes a detailed explanation of Iran’s perspective on the current political situation and Trump’s communication.

Speaking to the Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA), Araghchi clarified, “This official response includes a letter in which our points of view regarding the current situation and Mr. Trump's letter have been fully explained and informed to the other party.”

Despite the communication exchange, Araghchi firmly stated that Iran would not engage in direct negotiations with the United States. He cited the US policy of exerting maximum pressure on Iran as the primary reason for rejecting face-to-face dialogue. However, he left the door open for indirect talks, stating that such communications could proceed through suitable third-party intermediaries.

Trump’s original letter reportedly reached Iranian officials through the United Arab Emirates on March 12. According to unconfirmed reports, the message contained a two-month deadline for Iran to agree to a new nuclear deal. It is also speculated that Trump included a warning of potential military action if Tehran failed to abandon its nuclear ambitions.

The diplomatic exchange marks another complex chapter in the US-Iran relationship. While both countries appear to be maneuvering within established backchannels, the rejection of direct dialogue by Tehran underlines the enduring mistrust and heightened stakes surrounding nuclear negotiations and regional stability.