Iran says its proposal was generous as US insists on ‘unreasonable demands’
Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei says Iran's proposal for ending the recent war was reasonable, as the United States continues to insist on "unreasonable demands" shaped by the Israeli regime.
Speaking at his weekly press briefing on Monday, Baghaei responded to questions regarding the reaction of the US administration to Iran's proposal.
"We did not demand any concessions. The only thing we have demanded is Iran's legitimate rights," Baghaei said.
Is it unreasonable for Iran to demand an end to the war in the region, a halt to maritime piracy against Iranian ships, and the release of assets belonging to the Iranian people that have been unjustly blocked for years, Baghaei asked.
"Is our proposal for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz unreasonable? Is establishing peace and security across the entire region irresponsible?" Baghaei said.
"Everything we proposed in the plan was reasonable and generous, and it is for the good of the region and the world," he further said.
He expressed regret that the American side, based on a mindset shaped by the Israeli regime, continues to insist on unreasonable demands.
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Baghaei added that all of Iran's points were supposed to be discussed, but the US side has so far refused to engage with them in good faith.
US President Donald Trump reacted angrily to Tehran's formal response to the American side, calling it "completely unacceptable."
Trump also told Axios in an interview that he has discussed Iran's response with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
The Islamic Republic of Iran submitted its response to the American side's proposed text earlier on Sunday.
Tehran has repeatedly emphasized that at this stage, negotiations will only focus on ending the war in the region.
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