Iranian officials, including Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi, have stated that the country will not engage in direct negotiations with the U.S. while under threat. Discussions regarding the nuclear deal are ongoing indirectly with European nations, Russia, and China. Government spokeswoman Fatemeh Mohajerani indicated President Trump’s letter is under review, with a timely response planned.
On Nowruz day in Iran, Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi articulated the country’s position regarding U.S.-Iran relations, specifically stating, “our policy is not direct negotiations for the time being.” He emphasized that Iran will not engage in direct talks with the United States while facing threats, particularly under the Maximum Pressure campaign by the Trump administration.
Minister Araghchi noted that Iran has previously participated in indirect negotiations with the UK, Germany, and France concerning the Nuclear Deal (JCPOA), and continues such discussions with Russia and China. He reaffirmed, “As long as the threat exists, our policy is not direct negotiations while we continue indirect negotiations.”
In a related matter, Fatemeh Mohajerani, the spokeswoman for the Iranian government, addressed the letter from President Trump, stating that its contents will not be made public for now. She confirmed that the letter is currently “under review” by relevant authorities and assured that an appropriate response will be forthcoming at the right time to serve the nation’s best interests.
In summary, Iran’s Foreign Minister has clarified that the country will refrain from direct negotiations with the United States, primarily due to ongoing threats. Instead, Iran continues to engage in indirect negotiations with European nations as well as Russia and China regarding the nuclear deal. Government spokeswoman Fatemeh Mohajerani has indicated that President Trump’s letter is under review, with a response to be determined in due course.
Original Source: en.mehrnews.com
