Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi revealed he confronted US envoy Steve Witkoff over negotiating under constant bombardment threats.

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Abbas Araghchi, Steve Witkoff

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Mon, 20 Jul 2026 02:48:08 GMT · 19h 39m ago

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Araghchi stated Iran refused to back down under military coercion despite recent US airstrikes and collapsing ceasefires.

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The exchange highlights the high-stakes and coercive nature of US-Iran negotiations, with Iran asserting its refusal to be intimidated by military threats.

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https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/world/have-you-ever-negotiated-fearing-death-iran-fm-recalls-asking-trump-envoy-during-us-talks/
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