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Iran warns Washington that pressure ‘doesn’t work’

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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned the US on Friday that pressure is ineffective against Iran, calling for Washington to honor its commitments under a June memorandum of understanding. The conflict between the two countries began in late February and has continued with sporadic attacks despite an April ceasefire. Iranian ports remain blocked due to US sanctions, which Tehran insists will not be lifted until the US meets its obligations. Araghchi made his statement after meeting with Qatari Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, who was visiting Tehran in an effort to revive diplomatic talks.

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On September 3, Tasnim, an Iranian news agency, reported that six more military personnel were killed by US strikes in southern Iran, raising the number of reported deaths to at least 13 since August 30. The latest attacks followed a month-long lull and included fatalities among both regular military forces and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). In response to these U.S. strikes, Iran retaliated by attacking U.S. bases in several countries including Kuwait, Jordan, and the UAE.

The renewed hostilities stoked fears of prolonged disruption in oil supply through the Strait of Hormuz, causing a significant spike in global oil prices; Brent crude rose 3.4% to $91.09 per barrel and American crude increased similarly to $86.22. These developments further escalate tensions and economic pressures amidst an ongoing six-month conflict that began with US and Israeli strikes on Iran.

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It hinges on U.S. understanding of one simple fact: pressure doesn't work," Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi posted on X. His statement came a day after he met Qatari Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, who was visiting Tehran in an effort to revive the diplomatic track, which has been at a standstill for weeks.

framing: assertive · carried by 1 article(s) · first seen 2026-08-28

🔮 Tehran has been holding talks on the future of Hormuz with Oman for weeks, while insisting that the strait will remain closed as long as Washington has not fulfilled its commitments under the June memorandum of understanding, which calls for lifting the U.S. counter-blockade of Iranian ports and removing sanctions.

2026-08-28 · The Hindu

Iran warns Washington that pressure ‘doesn’t work’ · assertive framing

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Iran warned the United States on Friday (August 28, 2026) that "pressure doesn't work" against the Islamic republic, calling on Washington to honour its commitments, after six months of conflict between the sworn enemies. asserted

pressure → warn → enemies

The war in West Asia started in late February with U.S.-Israeli strikes against Iran, which retaliated with attacks mostly against Washington's regional allies and shuttered the strategic Strait of Hormuz. asserted

which → start → Hormuz

An April ceasefire put an end to nearly 40 days of intense fighting, but sporadic attacks, mainly around the Strait, have dimmed the prospects for a final peace agreement. asserted

attacks → put → agreement

"Putting diplomacy back on track isn't impossible. asserted

Putting → put → track

which → hinge → weeks

Al Thani's visit comes at a time when the United States is increasing its economic pressure on Iran, which has already been under international sanctions for decades. asserted

which → come → decades

Tehran has been holding talks on the future of Hormuz with Oman for weeks, while insisting that the strait will remain closed as long as Washington has not fulfilled its commitments under the June memorandum of understanding, which calls for lifting the U.S. counter-blockade of Iranian ports and removing sanctions. asserted

which → hold → sanctions

"The U.S. should build trust, speak respectfully, acknowledge our rights, and uphold commitments," Mr. Araghchi said. asserted

Araghchi → build → commitments