Washington had sought contacts with Tehran to discuss the political situation in Iraq.
Iran has been a supporter of Iraqi Shi'ite political parties and maintained close ties with their leaders.
(AP, Reuters)
RFE/RL Iraq Report
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Iranian President Mahmud Ahmadinejad addressing a press conference in Tehran on ApriI 24 (epa) April 24, 2006 -- Iranian President Mahmud Ahmedinejad says there is no need for talks with the United States concerning Iraq now that Baghdad is trying to form a permanent government.
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