# Iran denies communication channels with US exist — agency

https://mins.news/en/item/24245

- TASS, 2026-08-17 14:12 UTC
- World
- Original: https://tass.com/world/2174245

> Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps spokesman Hossein Mohebi rejected US President Donald Trump’s claim that Washington maintains unofficial channels with the IRGC. Mohebi said no negotiations are currently under way and accused Trump of lying.

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