Iranian negotiating team spokesman says no new breakthrough in talks; mediators continue to relay messages

What happened: The spokesman for Iran’s negotiating team said there has been no new development in a pact, and that mediators continue to relay messages as before, while Iran maintains readiness to defend itself and deliver a forceful response to any aggression. (Source: Akharin Khabar)

Previous experience, the spokesman and other outlets said, rules out optimism about U.S. seriousness in diplomacy. (Sources: Akharin Khabar; Didban-e Iran; IRIB News)

At the same time, Iran will not miss any opportunity to use diplomacy to secure its legitimate interests and demands, repel enemy harm, and establish security in the region, the Foreign Ministry spokesman said. (Source: Akharin Khabar)

Details and attributions: In an interview with IRIB news agency, the negotiating team spokesman repeated that mediators continue to exchange messages as before and emphasized Iran’s readiness to defend itself and respond decisively to any attack. The Foreign Ministry spokesman reiterated that Iran will use diplomacy to pursue its legitimate aims and regional security. (Sources: Didban-e Iran; IRIB News)

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