In a significant telephone conversation with Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that Iran will not engage in direct negotiations with the United States as long as the current naval blockade remains in effect. He emphasized that the main obstacle to peace is not a lack of dialogue but rather the 'hostile actions' imposed by Washington. Pezeshkian urged the US to demonstrate its commitment to peace by lifting military and economic barriers that have escalated tensions since the blockade began on April 13. This call comes amid ongoing diplomatic friction following failed peace talks in Islamabad. US President Donald Trump recently canceled a trip by envoys to Pakistan, citing high costs and long travel times, while reiterating that Iran must not acquire nuclear weapons. Despite these challenges, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi indicated that Tehran had shared a 'workable framework' with Pakistani leaders to end the conflict permanently, leaving the future of mediation efforts uncertain as tensions continue to rise.