Iran Denies Trump's Claims of Direct US Talks, Slams Washington's Shifting Stance

• Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei stated Iran has held no direct talks with the US, despite receiving messages via mediators.
• Baghaei criticized the US's fluctuating stance on negotiations, asserting Iran's consistent position.
• Iran clarified it did not participate in a four-sided meeting in Islamabad hosted by Pakistan, attended by Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Egypt.
• Trump claimed indirect negotiations with Iran, facilitated by Pakistani intermediaries, were making "positive progress."
• Trump threatened to target Iran's civilian energy infrastructure, including power plants, oil wells, and Kharg Island, if the Strait of Hormuz is not reopened.