Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announced that Iran will not negotiate with the U.S. under President Trump’s maximum pressure policy but will continue discussions with other nations involved in the JCPOA. He expressed concerns about potential Israeli military actions and affirmed Iran’s commitment to Syrian stability without immediate relations with the new Syrian government.
Iran will not resume discussions with the United States regarding its nuclear program while under the “maximum pressure” policy imposed by President Donald Trump. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated in an interview with AFP in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, that although Iran will continue engaging with other negotiators, it will not enter negotiations with the U.S. under the current sanction regime.
On the same day, President Trump expressed in a Fox Business interview that he had sent a warning to Iran regarding negotiations, stating that failure to negotiate could lead to military action against them. Araghchi responded by emphasizing the resilience of Iran amid ongoing U.S. sanctions and highlighted that talks would focus on negotiating with other members of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) such as Russia, China, and the European nations.
The Foreign Minister asserted, “We will not enter any direct negotiations with the U.S. so long as they continue their maximum pressure policy and their threats,” stressing that respect and dignity are necessary components of any future agreement. He reiterated ongoing discussions with European partners and asserted that Iran’s viewpoint would be relayed to the U.S. through these intermediaries.
Concerning potential Israeli military action against Iran’s nuclear facilities, Araghchi stated that Iran’s program is secure and cannot be dismantled through military force, citing the protected location of facilities and the advanced knowledge that underpins the technology. He highlighted that any attack upon Iran would likely provoke a proportional response and warned that such actions could escalate into a larger regional conflict.
In response to Turkey’s accusations of Iran destabilizing other countries through militias, Araghchi countered by holding Turkey accountable for developments in Syria and further emphasized Iran’s commitment to friendly relations with Turkey despite differing views on regional matters.
Regarding relations with the new Syrian government, Araghchi stated that Iran seeks stability and peace in Syria, advocating for territorial integrity and opposing foreign occupation. He indicated Iran’s current status as an observer in Syrian affairs and expressed hope for an inclusive governmental structure emerging in the country.
In summary, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has firmly stated that direct negotiations with the United States regarding its nuclear program will not occur as long as the U.S. maintains its maximum pressure policy. Iran, however, continues to engage with other JCPOA partners. Furthermore, he underscored the resilience of Iran’s nuclear infrastructure against military attacks and maintained Iran’s position on the conflicts in Syria and regional relations with Turkey. The situation emphasizes the complexities in Iranian foreign policy and its interactions with global powers.
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