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Iran's Military Responds to Trump's Negotiation Claims
3/25/2026, 2:10:56 PM
Iranian Military's Dismissal of U.S. Negotiation Claims
On March 25, 2026, Ebrahim Zolfaqari, spokesperson for Iran's Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, publicly mocked U.S. President Donald Trump's assertion that negotiations were underway to end the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Zolfaqari stated that the United States was "negotiating with itself," suggesting that internal U.S. conflicts had reached a point where meaningful dialogue with Iran was implausible. This statement followed Trump's claim that Tehran was interested in a deal to conclude the war, which he characterized as nearing an end.
Context of the Negotiation Claims
The U.S. has reportedly drafted a 15-point plan aimed at resolving the conflict and sent it to Tehran. Trump emphasized that negotiations were ongoing, asserting, "We're in negotiations right now. I can tell you, they'd like to make a deal." However, Iranian officials have denied any substantive negotiations, insisting that peace would only be achievable if the U.S. and Israel ceased their military campaigns against Iran.
Key Statements from Iranian Officials
Zolfaqari's remarks included a strong rejection of U.S. claims, stating, "People like us can never get along with people like you." He further asserted that U.S. investments and pre-war energy prices would not return unless Washington acknowledged that regional stability is contingent upon the strength of Iranian armed forces. He emphasized, "Stability through power. We explicitly declare: until we will it, no situation will return to its previous state."
Criticism of U.S. Claims
The Iranian military's response reflects a broader skepticism regarding U.S. intentions in the region. Zolfaqari criticized the U.S. media narrative surrounding the negotiations, claiming that "no freedom-seeking truth-seeker will be deceived by your media waves." He reiterated that Iranian forces would not come to terms with the U.S. or Israel, reinforcing the notion that any peace discussions would be futile unless the U.S. fundamentally changed its approach.
Current Situation and Implications
As tensions remain high, Iranian forces have continued to adopt a belligerent posture, reportedly launching wave 80 of retaliatory strikes. The prospects for peace in West Asia appear uncertain, especially in light of Israeli media reports suggesting that the U.S. and Israel have granted temporary immunity to key Iranian figures during ongoing negotiations. This development raises questions about the sincerity and effectiveness of any proposed peace initiatives.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Has the level of your inner struggle reached the stage of you negotiating with yourself?” — Ebrahim Zolfaqari, Spokesperson for Iran's Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters
- “Stability through power. We explicitly declare: until we will it, no situation will return to its previous state. This will is established only when the thought of any action against the Iranian nation is completely erased from your filthy minds. Our first and last word, from the very first day, has been, is, and will remain: someone like us will never come to terms with someone like you. Not now, and not ever,” — Ebrahim Zolfaqari
- “Our first and last word, from the very first day, has been, is, and will remain: someone like us will never come to terms with someone like you. Not now, and not ever,” — Ebrahim Zolfaqari
The ongoing dialogue between the U.S. and Iran remains fraught with tension, as both sides navigate complex geopolitical realities and entrenched positions.
