Iran Refuses New Talks With US, Citing Ceasefire Violations

Tehran has announced it will not participate in a second round of face-to-face talks with Washington, according to Iranian state media. Iran accused the United States of violating the ceasefire and said US demands were "maximalist." President Trump expressed optimism about reaching a deal with Iran, while Tehran continued to see differences with Washington. The talks were intended to build on a fragile truce.