Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said there is a growing contradiction between the United States pursuing diplomacy while maintaining pressure measures, including a blockade, in remarks during a call with Shehbaz Sharif.
He said the situation has increased mistrust among Iranian officials and the public.
Pezeshkian said negotiations in Islamabad stalled amid US demands, adding that Iran will not return to talks unless the blockade is lifted.
He also reiterated that Iran would not reopen the Strait of Hormuz while restrictions remain in place.
