Svmuu News On the 23rd local time, a senior Iranian official stated that US President Trump has no authority to set conditions or deadlines for negotiations. The official indicated that messages have been exchanged between Iran and the United States through Egypt and Turkey, aimed at easing tensions. However, the US side has still not accepted Iran's two core conditions: compensation for losses and recognition of the violations against Iran. The official also mentioned that regarding the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and the laying of mines, these remain among Iran's prepared options for responding to potential actions. On the 23rd, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Bagheri said that Iran has received messages from some friendly countries in recent days concerning the US request for negotiations to end the war. Iran has provided an appropriate response based on its principled stance and has not engaged in any negotiations with the United States.