Iran's Response to Iran-US Negotiation: Undecided on Participation

April 20 When asked if Iran was open to negotiations, Trump said he didn’t know—and that Iran should be ready to negotiate. Trump also noted that if the ceasefire agreement expires, a “bomb” will go off. He added it’s “okay” if Iran doesn’t participate in the ongoing negotiations in Pakistan. Discussions on Iran’s nuclear program will occur during those talks. (PBS)

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On April 20, Iranian officials told Iran’s Press TV the U.S. lacks sincerity in negotiations, warning a decisive response will follow if history repeats itself.

April 20 — Per the New York Post, President Trump said that day he would be open to meeting with top Iranian officials should negotiations break through.