As missile exchanges continue between Iran and Israel, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi states that Iran will only consider diplomatic discussions regarding its nuclear program if Israeli aggression ceases.
Iran Open to Diplomacy Only After Ceasefire, Says Foreign Minister
Iran Open to Diplomacy Only After Ceasefire, Says Foreign Minister
Tensions escalate between Iran and Israel as diplomatic efforts stall amidst ongoing aggression.
In a recent development, the Iranian Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, emphasized that Iran will not engage in negotiations concerning its nuclear policy while under military attack from Israel. This announcement follows remarks made by Israel’s Defense Minister, who indicated a potential for an extended conflict with Iran. On the same day, a new barrage of missiles was launched from Iran towards northern Israel, prompting retaliatory strikes on numerous Iranian sites by Israeli forces.
During a meeting with European diplomats in Geneva, Araghchi insisted that Iran was prepared to consider diplomatic routes only once Israeli aggression had ended. He firmly stated that Iran’s nuclear program is for peaceful purposes, asserting that the strikes against it represent a breach of international law. Araghchi reiterated Iran's commitment to its self-defense capabilities, deeming them "non-negotiable."
Meanwhile, Israeli officials have accused Iran of harboring a "genocidal agenda" and continue to assert that military action will not relent until Iran's nuclear facilities are decommissioned. In a related statement, former US President Donald Trump warned Iran they had a limited timeframe—two weeks—to avoid potential US airstrikes, while dismissing European diplomatic efforts and calling for negotiations directly with the US.
UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy characterized the situation in the Middle East as "perilous and deadly serious," as French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot urged Iran to engage in talks without waiting for hostilities to cease, highlighting that military solutions to the nuclear issue are dangerous and ineffective. As the diplomatic engagement unfolded in Geneva, violent exchanges persisted, with new missile strikes reported from Iran targeting Haifa, resulting in civilian casualties and significant escalations on both sides.
Over the past week, Israeli military actions have led to the destruction of Iranian military installations, as well as the deaths of high-ranking Iranian officials and nuclear experts. Iranian authorities report a rising toll, with hundreds of casualties in the ongoing conflict, intensifying fears and escalating the humanitarian crisis in the region.
During a meeting with European diplomats in Geneva, Araghchi insisted that Iran was prepared to consider diplomatic routes only once Israeli aggression had ended. He firmly stated that Iran’s nuclear program is for peaceful purposes, asserting that the strikes against it represent a breach of international law. Araghchi reiterated Iran's commitment to its self-defense capabilities, deeming them "non-negotiable."
Meanwhile, Israeli officials have accused Iran of harboring a "genocidal agenda" and continue to assert that military action will not relent until Iran's nuclear facilities are decommissioned. In a related statement, former US President Donald Trump warned Iran they had a limited timeframe—two weeks—to avoid potential US airstrikes, while dismissing European diplomatic efforts and calling for negotiations directly with the US.
UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy characterized the situation in the Middle East as "perilous and deadly serious," as French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot urged Iran to engage in talks without waiting for hostilities to cease, highlighting that military solutions to the nuclear issue are dangerous and ineffective. As the diplomatic engagement unfolded in Geneva, violent exchanges persisted, with new missile strikes reported from Iran targeting Haifa, resulting in civilian casualties and significant escalations on both sides.
Over the past week, Israeli military actions have led to the destruction of Iranian military installations, as well as the deaths of high-ranking Iranian officials and nuclear experts. Iranian authorities report a rising toll, with hundreds of casualties in the ongoing conflict, intensifying fears and escalating the humanitarian crisis in the region.
