Iran's Foreign Minister Says U.S. Provocations and Ceasefire Violations Obstruct Diplomatic Progress

Gate News message, April 20 — Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi spoke with Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on April 20, discussing regional developments and ceasefire-related issues. Araghchi stated that U.S. provocations and continued violations of ceasefire agreements, particularly threats and aggression against Iranian merchant vessels, along with America’s contradictory positions and threatening rhetoric, are fundamental obstacles to advancing the diplomatic process.

Araghchi emphasized that these actions by the United States have hindered efforts to move forward diplomatically. He added that Iran will comprehensively consider all factors before deciding how to proceed with diplomatic efforts.