Iran previously demanded the release of frozen funds, the end of a naval blockade, and a cessation of war on all fronts via mediators in Qatar and Pakistan. Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan noted that direct talks remain stalled, although Turkey and other nations have submitted new proposals to both governments to end the conflict. Mohabbi denied that the IRGC maintains any diplomatic contact with Washington, asserting the force operates solely as a military arm.
