The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has refuted claims made by former US President Donald Trump regarding secret negotiations between Washington and IRGC officials. Trump recently asserted that backchannel talks were underway, a statement swiftly dismissed by the IRGC spokesperson. This denial throws doubt on Trump’s assertions and raises questions about the source of his information. The statement from Tehran suggests a lack of any direct or indirect communication with the US administration through the IRGC. This follows a history of strained relations between the two countries, particularly since the US withdrawal from the Iran nuclear deal. The denial underscores the continued distrust between Iran and the United States, despite occasional signals of potential dialogue.