Iran Responds to President Trump’s Proposal for Nuclear Negotiations

Iran has officially responded to a letter from U.S. President Donald Trump that called for renewed nuclear negotiations and hinted at possible military action if Iran declined. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announced that Tehran’s reply articulated its position on the current situation and addressed President Trump’s overture. The response was delivered through Oman, a nation that has historically played a mediating role between Iran and the United States.

While the specific contents of Iran’s reply have not been disclosed, Araghchi emphasized that Iran remains unwilling to engage in direct negotiations under the prevailing “maximum pressure” campaign and military threats from the U.S. However, he indicated that Iran is open to continuing indirect discussions through appropriate channels.

President Trump had previously revealed that he sent a letter to Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, proposing new talks on Iran’s nuclear program. This letter was delivered by Emirati diplomat Anwar Gargash during his visit to Tehran on March 12, 2025.

The United States has acknowledged Iran’s response but has not yet detailed any forthcoming actions. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the U.S. anticipated a reply and that President Trump would determine the next steps based on Iran’s communication.

This exchange underscores the complex dynamics of U.S.-Iran relations, particularly in light of the U.S. withdrawal from the 2015 nuclear agreement and the subsequent re-imposition of sanctions on Iran. Tehran has since exceeded the nuclear limits set by the agreement, intensifying tensions between the two nations.