Iran Warns Against Threat-Based Diplomacy Amid Renewed U.S. Sanctions Push
The ministry also reaffirmed that any sanctions targeting Iran’s national interests, particularly those aimed at its economic and commercial institutions, are a “violation of international agreements and norms.”
By Ahora Qadi
ERBIL (Kurdistan 24) – The Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated on Thursday that while the Islamic Republic remains committed to diplomatic negotiations, it will not accept any form of pressure or threats, responding firmly to U.S. efforts to intensify sanctions and economic restrictions on Tehran.
In an official statement, the ministry emphasized Iran’s continued support for dialogue and diplomacy, noting that the nation is “ready to negotiate,” but only within a framework of mutual respect and in accordance with international law.
“We categorically reject the language of threat in any form,” the statement read, underscoring Tehran’s stance that diplomacy must not be undermined by coercion or intimidation.
The statement came in response to renewed American pressure to expand sanctions on Iran’s economy, particularly following a letter from U.S. President Donald Trump to Iran’s Supreme Leader. In the letter, Trump reportedly pushed for a diplomatic resolution to the ongoing disputes, while simultaneously insisting on extending sanctions — a move Tehran labeled “illegal.”
Highlighting its record in recent nuclear talks, Iran reiterated that throughout the last three rounds of negotiations, it has acted within the framework of international treaties and legal commitments. Tehran affirmed that it has made “constructive steps” in resolving the nuclear file and remains open to further dialogue, but “will never yield to pressure or threats.”
The ministry also reaffirmed that any sanctions targeting Iran’s national interests, particularly those aimed at its economic and commercial institutions, are a “violation of international agreements and norms.” The government pledged to strongly confront what it described as Washington’s “failed and repeated sanctions policy.”
“This approach is not only counterproductive,” the ministry said, “but is once again exposing the destructive intent behind U.S. diplomacy in the eyes of the Iranian people.”
The statement was issued hours after U.S. President Trump, in a post on his Truth Social platform, called for a complete halt of Iranian oil exports.
“All sales of Iranian oil and petroleum products must be stopped,” Trump wrote, warning that “any country or entity purchasing oil from Iran will face harsh penalties and will be denied access to the U.S. market.”
The Iranian Foreign Ministry dismissed the threat as yet another attempt to repeat past failures. “Sanctions have been tried and have failed,” the statement said, adding that Iran would continue defending its sovereignty and economic rights.
