The Iranian foreign minister says media should refrain from speculating about the contents of the proposed Islamabad MoU between Iran and the US which is closer than ever to being finalized.

An informed source close to the Iranian negotiating team strongly rejects claims that Iran and the US will sign an understanding in Geneva on Sunday.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said that the nation will defend its independence and territorial integrity despite mounting threats and pressure amid US-Israeli aggression.

Senior national security officials from the UAE and Iran reportedly hold a “face-to-face meeting” for the first time since the illegal US-Israeli war of aggression against the Islamic Republic. 

Tehran remains steadfast on its principled red lines as authorities review a proposed understanding, firmly rejecting speculation that a final deal has been reached despite Washington backtracking on recent military threats.

Iran condemns the US attacks on three merchant ships with Indian crew members off the coast of Oman, saying the American “maritime piracy” poses a serious threat to international shipping.

Iran’s foreign ministry spokesperson says major parts of a potential agreement to end the imposed war are nearly finalized despite US contradictions and military aggression disrupting diplomacy.