Iran's Security Council Gives Strong Signal: Negotiations with the US Not an Option
Iran has confirmed it will not open negotiations with the United States. The statement came from Ali Larijani, a senior security official who plays a key role in Tehran's security policy circles, following reports that Iran was reportedly seeking to revive dialogue with Washington.
Larijani conveyed this stance in a social media post, while simultaneously denying reports that Iranian officials were seeking negotiations through intermediaries. The bottom line: Tehran wants to shut down speculation that a diplomatic "back door" is being prepared amidst the escalating war situation.
This statement comes as the conflict escalates and fuels fears of a wider war, including the risk of disruption to strategic energy routes in the region. This situation has made global markets increasingly sensitive to headlines, as any signal of "peace" or "continuing war" can immediately change the direction of oil prices, the dollar, and safe-haven assets.
For the market, Larijani's message was interpreted as a signal that the path to diplomacy is not guaranteed in the near future, thus prolonging uncertainty. Investors' focus is now on the next developments: whether there will be further action on the ground, or whether international pressure will force the escalation to subside.
Source: Newsmaker.id
