Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei addressed the nation on Tuesday, stating that negotiating with the United States on nuclear and other issues “is an absolute deadlock.” “The US … reneges on its promises whenever it can, bombs our nuclear sites, kills our commanders. You can’t sit for talks with such a party,” Khamenei commented, adding that talks are “useful for [United States President Donald] Trump, as he boasts about bringing Iran to the table.” He went on to say that holding discussions with Washington will bring Tehran “no benefits,” and will only “cause irreparable damage.”