Iranian officials have reiterated that the country is not seeking negotiations with the United States, despite ongoing diplomatic efforts by mediators to halt the conflict. Tehran claims continuous control over the Hormuz Strait and refused a recent ceasefire proposal delivered by Iraq, stating it will determine the timing of peace itself. Mediators have indicated that there has been significant progress in diplomatic channels, even as tensions remain high with US military actions and drone attacks in the region. Iranian spokespersons affirmed that there are no active negotiations but confirmed ongoing exchanges with the US through intermediaries.