Dubai (Washington Insider Magazine) – Iran remains committed to nuclear talks with the US, despite postponed discussions, awaiting a new schedule and insisting on its uranium enrichment rights.
On Monday, Iran affirmed its willingness to engage in diplomatic talks with the United States after the fourth round of nuclear talks, set for May 3 in Rome, was delayed due to “logistical reasons.”
Esmaeil Baghaei’s views on Iran’s commitment to diplomacy
The Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei stated,
“We have announced our commitment to continuing the path of dialogue and diplomacy, and we have shown our full readiness by participating in several rounds of negotiations.”
According to the spokesperson, Tehran is flexible about when the talks will take place and is waiting on the mediator, Oman, for details about the next negotiation round with the U.S.
Mr Baghaei stated that the key issue for Iran was the approach and stances of the U.S. negotiating team.
He noted that conflicting remarks from U.S. officials were “unhelpful.” These statements would not influence Iran’s determination to defend its fundamental rights, such as its right to enrich uranium.
Mr Baghaei stated that Tehran is willing to adjust the timing for its nuclear talks with Britain, France, and Germany after the May 2 meeting in Italy was delayed.
He stated that Iran’s nuclear program is intended purely for civilian purposes. Mr Baghaei added that “many issues are already resolved” if the U.S. insists the Islamic Republic should not possess nuclear weapons.
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson said,
“In fact, we are more determined than ever to achieve a just and balanced deal: guaranteeing an end to sanctions, and creating confidence that Iran’s nuclear program will forever remain peaceful while ensuring that Iranian rights are fully respected.”
How did US officials respond to Iran’s nuclear program?
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio suggested that Iran should rely on foreign sources for enriched uranium rather than producing it domestically for its nuclear programme.
The State Department stated in a statement,
“The Iranian regime continues to fuel conflict in the Middle East, advance its nuclear program, and support its terrorist partners and proxies. Today, the United States is taking action to stem the flow of revenue that the regime uses to fund these destabilizing activities.”
Referring to oil sanctions, Mr Rubio said,
“So long as Iran attempts to generate oil and petrochemical revenues to fund its destabilising activities, and support its terrorist activities and proxies, the United States will take steps to hold both Iran and all its partners engaged in sanctions evasion accountable.”
What did Trump say about buying oil or petrochemicals from Iran?
President Trump said,
“Any country or person who buys any amount of oil or petrochemicals from Iran will be subject to, immediately, secondary sanctions.”
He added,
“They will not be allowed to do business with the United States of America in any way, shape, or form.”
Donald Trump, after scrapping the 2015 nuclear agreement with Iran and other major powers, has issued threats to strike Iran.
He warned of military action if his administration fails to secure a resolution to the ongoing conflict over Tehran’s nuclear activities, which Western powers suspect are aimed at developing weapons.
