Khamenei Rejects Trump's Call for Nuclear Talks, Citing U.S. 'Bullying'

Iran's Supreme Leader rebuffs U.S. President's letter proposing negotiations, accusing Washington of seeking dominance rather than solutions.

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei dismissed the idea of negotiations with the U.S., framing them as a means for imposing new demands on Iran's military and regional activities.
President Donald Trump confirmed he sent a letter to Khamenei urging nuclear talks, warning of potential military action if Iran refuses to engage.
Iranian officials stated they had not received the letter but reiterated that talks would not occur under the U.S.'s 'maximum pressure' sanctions policy.
Trump expressed a preference for a diplomatic resolution but stressed that military options remain on the table to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.
The International Atomic Energy Agency recently reported that Iran's uranium enrichment is approaching weapons-grade levels, heightening global concerns.