Published: May 13, 2026, 16:23 IST | Updated: May 13, 2026, 16:23 IST
Iran has reportedly laid out strict conditions before agreeing to any fresh talks with the United States, with Tehran demanding sanctions relief, the release of frozen assets, and guarantees to end conflict across multiple fronts. The future of the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz is also said to be central to Iran’s position. As tensions remain high in the region, the demands highlight how fragile and complicated any possible U.S.-Iran diplomatic breakthrough could become.