Beirut – In a decisive reaction ending speculation over an imminent end to the conflict, a well-informed Iranian source has denied the existence of any secret or public understandings with the United States to end the current war. Obviously, as of May 2026, Tehran accuses Western media of waging a “psychological war” aimed at lowering global oil prices and influencing U.S. public opinion. The source (via Fars News Agency) confirmed that no new written messages have been exchanged to initiate an end to the conflict, describing circulated reports as “fabricated” and lacking any field reality.
“The 14-Clause Trap”: Behind the Scenes of Iran’s Counter-Proposal via “Pakistani Mediator”
The source revealed the complexities of the negotiating track; Tehran received a 9-point U.S. proposal but responded with a stricter counter-vision comprising 14 points delivered through a “Pakistani mediator.” Accordingly, the latest U.S. message is still under study in Tehran and has not yet been answered. Clearly, the gap between the two sides remains wide; Iran views what platforms like “Axios” and “Reuters” promote regarding a “short memorandum of understanding” as mere media priming that does not reflect the reality of what is happening behind closed doors.
“Market Wars”: Why Does Tehran Accuse Washington of Leaking “Fake Agreement” News?
Analysts believe the Iranian denial aims to protect Tehran’s negotiating position and prevent the news from being used to calm energy markets awaiting the fate of the Strait of Hormuz. As a result, Iranian sources considered the Western leaks an attempt to portray the agreement as a “fait accompli” to pressure decision-makers in Iran. In this landscape, the diplomatic path remains suspended between “studying messages” and “exchanging conditions,” indicating that the end of the war is still hostage to a genuine consensus that transcends media maneuvers and economic pressures.
