Iran Responds to U.S. Nuclear Negotiation Updates

Iran’s commitment to a constructive dialogue with the U.S. is affirmed, even amidst mixed signals concerning its nuclear program.

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi expressed confidence in the upcoming negotiations with U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff, following conflicting statements from the Trump administration regarding the country's nuclear program. As both parties are set to reconvene in Rome, Araghchi noted that despite the ambiguous demands—from limiting to outright dismantling Iran's nuclear capabilities—Tehran remains open to dialogue.

In a statement to the media, Araghchi highlighted that the duality of U.S. messages had been “not helpful” but he aimed to focus on the substance of discussions rather than external pressures. "We will participate in the negotiations calmly and coolly," he affirmed, stressing that Iran's nuclear enrichment activities for peaceful purposes are “nonnegotiable.”

These remarks come as Trump’s administration grapples with internal divisions over its negotiation strategy, specifically the extent to which it seeks to curb Iran's nuclear ambitions. While the President has consistently voiced a desire to prevent Iran from achieving a nuclear bomb, clarity on the demands being placed on Tehran has proven elusive.

The upcoming discussions in Rome follow a previous two-hour session in Oman that yielded positive outcomes according to both sides. As the U.S. and Iran continue to navigate the complexities of these talks, the importance of consistent messaging from Washington remains pivotal in fostering a constructive dialogue.