ALWAGHT- Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that while Iran is open to building trust over its peaceful nuclear aims, it will never compromise on its right to enrich uranium domestically, calling it a firm "red line."
Following recent indirect nuclear talks with the US in Oman, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that Tehran will decide whether to continue negotiations after evaluating Washington's seriousness. He stressed any future talks would remain strictly focused on nuclear issues, with the timing and location to be coordinated with Omani officials.
Araghchi reiterated Iran's fundamental stance, declaring that uranium enrichment for peaceful purposes is an unchangeable "red line" and that a demand for zero enrichment is unacceptable. He described the latest talks as a "test" of the other side's trustworthiness, noting that Iran is now negotiating with greater awareness based on lessons from past conflicts and diplomacy.
The Foreign Minister emphasized that while the talks were indirect, the format is not a barrier to an agreement. He highlighted the positive involvement of regional countries in facilitating the process, suggesting their support could make any potential deal more sustainable. Araghchi also confirmed that missile capabilities and regional issues are not and will not be part of the negotiation agenda.
In closing, Araghchi framed enrichment as a non-negotiable national right, earned through scientific achievement and sacrifice. He firmly rejected the core US demand for zero enrichment, stating it is a source of national pride for which Iran fought a war and will not relinquish. The decision to proceed will depend on a comprehensive assessment of signals regarding the other side's genuine intent.
