Iran denies US claims of stranded oil at sea

Middle Eastern outlets highlight Iran’s firm public rejection of US claims about talks and stranded oil, presenting this as a stance against pressure. These reports say Iranian officials dismiss reports of negotiations, even as leaks describe indirect contacts and alleged Iranian conditions to end the war with the United States and Israel. Regional coverage expects Iran to keep denying talks in public while exploring limited channels only if its core demands on sanctions relief and security are addressed.

• •Iranian officials have dismissed claims of US talks and denied that Iranian oil tankers are stranded at sea.
• •Regional reports say Iran and the United States have exchanged messages through Egypt and Turkey despite Tehran’s public denials.
• •Hebrew media reports describe Iran setting five conditions to end the war with the United States and Israel.
• •Qatari officials have stated there is currently no direct Qatari mediation between Washington and Tehran.
• •Middle Eastern outlets report that Iran is still considering closing the Strait of Hormuz while watching for the next US move.