Senior Iranian: We are still far from an agreement to end the war Reuters quoted a senior Iranian: Iran and America are still far from an agreement to end the war. Tehran will not accept America's excessive demands. If America wants to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, it must accept Tehran's terms; After that, nuclear negotiations can begin. Iran is ready to respond with force in case of US attacks, both in the region and outside it. The mediators continue intensive efforts to reduce the differences between Tehran and Washington.