[Iranian Foreign Minister Denies Recent Contact with the U.S., Claims Related Reports Are Meant to Mislead Traders and the Public] Odaily Planet Daily News - Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi: My last contact with U.S. Special Envoy Whitcroft was before the U.S. decided to launch another illegal military strike against Iran, ending diplomatic efforts. Any claims to the contrary seem to be aimed at misleading oil traders and the public. Previously, U.S. media cited American officials and informed sources, revealing that the direct communication channel between Whitcroft and Araghchi had recently been reactivated. (Jin10)