Iran's Supreme Leader Rejects U.S. Nuclear Talks, Citing Past Failures

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei dismisses negotiations with the Trump administration as unwise, while Iran's economy faces deepening challenges under renewed U.S. sanctions.

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei criticized potential nuclear talks with the U.S., calling them 'not intelligent, wise, or honorable,' and cited past breaches of the 2015 nuclear deal by Washington.
President Donald Trump has reinstated the 'maximum pressure' campaign, including new sanctions targeting Iranian crude oil exports to China, intensifying economic strain on Tehran.
Despite Khamenei's remarks, Iran's reformist President Masoud Pezeshkian has signaled openness to dialogue with the West, creating internal tensions within the Iranian leadership.
Iran's currency, the rial, plunged to a record low following Khamenei's statements, reflecting the economic toll of sanctions and uncertainty over the country's nuclear policy.
Iran continues to enrich uranium to 60% purity, nearing weapons-grade levels, while maintaining its program is for peaceful purposes, raising international concerns.