Iran has ruled out direct talks with the United States and rejected suggestions that it could hand over its enriched uranium, amid ongoing tensions over key issues.
Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh said discussions have not reached a stage where an in-person meeting can take place, citing unresolved differences over issues including US sanctions.
Khatibzadeh also rejected US President Donald Trump's suggestion that Iran could hand over its enriched uranium, saying "no enriched material is going to be shipped to United States".
The Iranian official pointed to US sanctions as a major concern, calling on Washington to address these as part of any progress in talks.
The Strait of Hormuz remains part of the ongoing discussions, with Khatibzadeh saying a "new protocol" could be introduced to ensure civilian shipping continues safely.
