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Iran's Parliament Speaker Discusses Failed Talks with the US

In a recent statement, Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf addressed the failed negotiations with the US, attributing the breakdown to a lack of trust. He emphasized the need for the US to earn Iran's confidence and outlined key points from the discussions that lasted over 20 hours. Ghalibaf also expressed gratitude to Pakistan for its role in facilitating the talks and acknowledged the support of the Iranian people. This article delves into the insights shared by Ghalibaf and the implications for future negotiations.
By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 12, 2026, 15:54 IST

Insights from Iran's Negotiation Experience

On Sunday, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, the Speaker of Iran's Parliament, expressed that a significant factor contributing to the unsuccessful negotiations in Islamabad was the lack of trust in the United States. Ghalibaf, who represented Iran in the critical discussions with the US delegation led by Vice President JD Vance, stated that the responsibility now lies with the US to rebuild that trust and comprehend Tehran's perspectives.

In a detailed post on X, Ghalibaf outlined the reasons behind the failure of the talks, which lasted over 20 hours, highlighting five key points:

  1. He noted that while Iran entered the negotiations with goodwill, past experiences from two wars have led to a deep-seated mistrust of the opposing side. Despite the Iranian delegation's proactive proposals, the US failed to establish the necessary trust during this round of discussions.
  2. Ghalibaf emphasized that the US must now decide if it can genuinely earn Iran's trust.
  3. He reiterated that Iran views its diplomatic efforts as a vital extension of its military struggle to protect the rights of its people, vowing to continue these efforts.
  4. Ghalibaf expressed gratitude towards Pakistan for facilitating the negotiations and extended his regards to the Pakistani people.
  5. He acknowledged the support of the Iranian populace, stating that their backing and the guidance of the Supreme Leader have been instrumental in their efforts.