Ghalibaf Criticizes US for Failing to Gain Iranian Trust

Middle Eastern outlets highlight Iranian claims that the US walked away from a uranium deal that was almost complete and then tried to shift the goalposts. Iranian figures such as Ghalibaf and Araghchi are portrayed as facing an unreliable partner that failed to gain their trust while demanding more concessions. Many in this block expect Iran to resist pressure, avoid appearing weak, and only return to talks if Washington offers firmer guarantees and eases its demands.

• •Iranian negotiators say talks were ‘two steps away’ from a deal before US intransigence blocked it.
• •Ghalibaf accuses the US of failing to gain the trust of the Iranian delegation.
• •Iranian officials assert that Washington backed out of a near-complete uranium agreement.
• •Regional commentary questions whether Iran is now the side buying time after earlier US delays.
• •Middle Eastern coverage stresses that Iran will not bow to threats or accept one-sided terms.