Iran Demands US Rule Out Strikes Before Nuclear Talks Resume

Iran Insists US Rule Out Strikes for Nuclear Talks

Tehran's Deputy Foreign Minister, Majid Takht-Ravanchi, has told the BBC that the United States must explicitly rule out any further military strikes against Iran as a prerequisite for resuming diplomatic negotiations regarding its nuclear program.

Key Demands and Concerns

Takht-Ravanchi emphasized that while the previous Trump administration conveyed its desire to return to negotiations through mediators, it has yet to provide clear assurances regarding the cessation of potential future attacks during these talks. This issue is a critical point of contention for Iran.

Iran's Stance on Uranium Enrichment

Iran continues to insist on its right to enrich uranium for what it maintains are purely peaceful purposes. Takht-Ravanchi firmly rejected accusations that Iran is secretly pursuing the development of nuclear weapons, stating that such claims are unfounded.

Criticism of Military Action

The deputy foreign minister strongly condemned the previous strikes targeting Iranian nuclear facilities. He described these actions as unacceptable and as a significant impediment to fostering constructive dialogue and building trust between the two nations. He said Iran will continue to observe the ceasefire if there are no military attacks against them.