Iran has ruled out negotiations with the United States as the ongoing conflict enters its 11th day.

 Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi told PBS News that past talks with Washington left Tehran wary.

“I don’t think talking with the Americans would be on our agenda anymore,” he said.

The war erupted after US and Israeli strikes on February 28 killed Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, triggering a series of missile and drone attacks across the region. Iran has repeatedly targeted US and Israeli positions, while shipping through the strategic Strait of Hormu, a route for almost 20% of global oil, has been heavily disrupted.
Araghchi insisted Iran is acting in self-defense.

“We are prepared to continue attacking with our missiles as long as needed,” he said.

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi added that several countries, including China, Russia, France, and some regional players, have contacted Tehran to encourage a ceasefire. France is reportedly planning a defensive mission to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

“We did not start the aggression… we are defending ourselves,” Gharibabadi said.
The conflict shows no signs of easing, and tensions remain high across the region.