Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said a proposed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the United States is “never closer” to completion, even as Washington continues to emphasize strict conditions and denies any immediate financial relief for Tehran.
In a post on X, Araghchi urged caution over speculation surrounding the negotiations, which have recently drawn intense global attention amid conflicting political statements.
“Pending its finalisation, the media should refrain from entering speculation about its content,” he wrote, adding that Iran would share details publicly once discussions are concluded.
He also reiterated Tehran’s stance on transparency, saying that all information will be disclosed “in due course” as part of what he described as a responsible negotiating approach.
The comments come shortly after US President Donald Trump accused Iran of leaking misleading details about the terms of a potential agreement, further intensifying diplomatic tensions between the two sides.
US President said Trump has reposted the Iranian foreign minister’s social media post, which also urged media outlets to “refrain from entering speculation” about the contents of the MoU being negotiated.
US reaffirms strict conditions
Adding to the mixed signals, US Vice President JD Vance stressed that any potential agreement with Iran would be strictly performance-based, with no financial benefits granted simply for signing a deal.
“The Islamic Republic of Iran is not receiving any cash nor will funds be released for simply signing a deal or attending a meeting,” Vance wrote on X.
He said the proposed framework ensures that “US and allied concerns are prioritised,” adding that economic benefits would only follow if Iran fully meets its obligations.
“If the Islamic Republic of Iran meets its obligations, then economic benefits will flow to them and to the entire region,” he said.
Vance described the potential agreement as one that could “remake the region and lead to lasting peace,” while asserting that President Trump is focused on achieving a “good outcome, one way or the other.”
