Iran Rejects Direct Negotiations with the U.S. Over Nuclear Program
Tehran continues to favor indirect talks amidst rising tensions and military threats from the United States.
Iran has firmly declined U.S. President Donald Trump's request for direct negotiations regarding its nuclear program, emphasizing its preference for indirect discussions mediated through Oman.
This stance reflects Iran's response to threats of military action from the United States if diplomatic efforts fail.
President Trump recently reiterated his desire for 'direct talks,' arguing that this approach facilitates better understanding between opposing parties.
However, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi voiced concerns over engaging directly with a nation that frequently issues threats and displays inconsistency in its diplomatic messaging.
Araghchi remarked that engaging in direct negotiations under such circumstances would be 'meaningless,' reiterating Iran's commitment to diplomacy while remaining prepared to defend its national interests and sovereignty.
He indicated that Iran maintains readiness for all potential scenarios, signaling a serious approach to both diplomatic and military preparedness.
In parallel, Iran has issued warnings to its neighboring countries—specifically Iraq, Kuwait, the UAE, Qatar, Turkey, and Bahrain—that support for a U.S. military strike, including the use of their airspace, would be viewed as hostile acts.
Such cooperation with the U.S. could lead to 'severe consequences' for those nations, according to an anonymous Iranian official.
The Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has reportedly placed the nation's armed forces on high alert, underscoring the escalating tensions in the region.
Additionally, Hossein Salami, commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, stated that Iran is 'ready' for potential conflict, while clarifying that they would not initiate a war.
Salami expressed confidence, asserting that Iran is prepared for any military engagement, underscoring the seriousness with which the nation is taking the current geopolitical landscape.
This stance reflects Iran's response to threats of military action from the United States if diplomatic efforts fail.
President Trump recently reiterated his desire for 'direct talks,' arguing that this approach facilitates better understanding between opposing parties.
However, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi voiced concerns over engaging directly with a nation that frequently issues threats and displays inconsistency in its diplomatic messaging.
Araghchi remarked that engaging in direct negotiations under such circumstances would be 'meaningless,' reiterating Iran's commitment to diplomacy while remaining prepared to defend its national interests and sovereignty.
He indicated that Iran maintains readiness for all potential scenarios, signaling a serious approach to both diplomatic and military preparedness.
In parallel, Iran has issued warnings to its neighboring countries—specifically Iraq, Kuwait, the UAE, Qatar, Turkey, and Bahrain—that support for a U.S. military strike, including the use of their airspace, would be viewed as hostile acts.
Such cooperation with the U.S. could lead to 'severe consequences' for those nations, according to an anonymous Iranian official.
The Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has reportedly placed the nation's armed forces on high alert, underscoring the escalating tensions in the region.
Additionally, Hossein Salami, commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, stated that Iran is 'ready' for potential conflict, while clarifying that they would not initiate a war.
Salami expressed confidence, asserting that Iran is prepared for any military engagement, underscoring the seriousness with which the nation is taking the current geopolitical landscape.
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