Amid Continued Naval Blockade.. Iranian Leadership Refuses Return to Islamabad Table

Official media reports confirmed on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, that the Iranian government informed the United States, via Pakistani diplomatic channels, of its non-intention to participate in the scheduled second round of talks in Islamabad. His Excellency the Iranian Parliament Speaker stated that his country categorically refuses to submit to any dictates or negotiate under the weight of a naval blockade. For its part, the Revolutionary Guard forces issued strongly worded warning statements, indicating Tehran's efforts to consolidate its negotiating position and secure its gains before embarking on any future dialogue.