Iran has strongly denied former U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent claim that the country played a role in influencing ceasefire negotiations between Israel and Hamas in the ongoing Gaza conflict.
Speaking during a campaign rally in Florida, Trump accused Iran of exerting “undue influence” in shaping the truce efforts currently underway between Israel and Palestinian factions. The former president suggested that Iran’s alleged involvement was part of a broader regional strategy to expand its influence through proxy networks.
However, Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson Nasser Kanaani dismissed the accusation as “baseless and politically motivated,” calling it an attempt to distract attention from U.S. failures in the Middle East.
“Iran has always supported peaceful solutions in the region, particularly the liberation of Palestine and the end of Israeli occupation. We have no part in backdoor negotiations or truce deals unless they are based on justice,” Kanaani said in a press conference.
Iran’s Position on Gaza Conflict
Iran has long backed Palestinian resistance groups like Hamas and Islamic Jihad, though officials maintain that their support is primarily ideological and humanitarian, rather than a direct hand in military or diplomatic decisions.
Over the past few months, Iranian leaders have repeatedly condemned Israeli airstrikes on Gaza and called for international intervention to stop what they describe as “war crimes.”
Trump’s Political Angle
Trump’s comments come amid his renewed campaign trail, where he’s been vocal about foreign policy, especially criticizing the Biden administration’s handling of the Gaza crisis and its diplomatic approach toward Iran.
Analysts believe his statements may be aimed at reinforcing a tough-on-Iran stance that was central to his first term, particularly the 2018 withdrawal from the Iran nuclear deal and the imposition of crippling sanctions.
Global Reactions
International observers say the latest ceasefire talks are being led by Egypt and Qatar, with back-channel support from the U.S., U.N., and some European partners. There’s little to no verifiable evidence that Iran is directly involved in these negotiations.
A European diplomat, speaking on condition of anonymity, told Reuters that “Iran’s influence is more strategic and long-term — it is not in the room during truce negotiations.”
Conclusion
Iran continues to advocate for the Palestinian cause but denies involvement in active ceasefire discussions. Trump’s accusations add another layer of political rhetoric in an already complex Middle East crisis, but no credible sources have confirmed Iran’s direct role in the latest Gaza truce efforts.
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