Iran reportedly breaks diplomatic contact with US as tension grows
Al Jazeera • • nation
Key Points:
- Direct communication between senior US and Iranian officials has ceased, with talks between Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and US special envoy Steve Wittkof suspended, according to a senior Iranian official.
- The breakdown in dialogue occurs amid escalating tensions, including President Donald Trump’s threats of intervention as Iran intensifies its crackdown on protests.
- Iran has vowed to retaliate against US military bases in the region if attacked, further heightening the risk of conflict.
- Diplomatic efforts to revive negotiations on Iran’s nuclear program, supported by the US and European allies, appear to have been derailed by the increased tensions.
- Tehran has reportedly urged US regional allies to help prevent any potential US military action against Iran.
