Iran's Foreign Ministry has urged that diplomatic exchanges with the US remain confidential, as the two countries engage in contact over reported efforts to reach a nuclear deal. Iran's government spokesperson stated that Iran's response to a letter from the US has been prepared and delivered, and that indirect negotiations with the US are on the agenda. US President Donald Trump had previously sent a letter to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei, offering to begin talks between the two parties. Khamenei called the letter deceptive, while Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that the letter is being evaluated.