BAKU, Azerbaijan, April 18. We are discussing
new proposals put forward by the United States, the Supreme
National Security Council of Iran said in a statement, Trend
reports.
According to the statement, although the US had agreed to act
within the framework of Iran's 10-point plan before the talks
began, during the talks it made new and excessive demands. This, in
turn, was met with a firm stance from the Iranian delegation, and
the opposing side understood that Iran would not back down from its
positions under any circumstances.
The statement noted that for this reason, this stage of
negotiations ended without a concrete result, and their
continuation has been postponed until the United States adjusts its
position in accordance with realities.
"In recent days, the US has presented new proposals that include
a visit by the Pakistani army chief to Tehran and his participation
as a mediator. Iran is currently considering them but has not yet
responded. To consolidate its historic victories and protect its
interests, Iran will not compromise," the statement says.
It is noted that Iran is determined to continue to control the
movement of ships in the Strait of Hormuz until the end of the war
and the establishment of a lasting peace. Control will be carried
out by obtaining full information on passing vessels, issuing
passage permits in accordance with the rules established by Iran,
collecting fees for services to ensure safety, security and
environmental protection, and working along established routes.
Furthermore, if the other side organizes anaval blockade or creates
obstacles to the movement of ships, this will be regarded as a
violation of the ceasefire, and Iran will abandon the limited
opening of the Strait of Hormuz.
