The big picture:
The meeting occurred days after European powers gave Iran a one-month deadline to engage in what they called negotiations over its nuclear activities or face the reinstatement of sanctions tied to the 2015 nuclear agreement.
The two sides discussed the latest developments regarding Iran’s nuclear issue, particularly in light of the irresponsible and unjustified action of the three European countries to reinstate previously revoked UN Security Council resolutions, as well as the course of Iran’s cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
What they're saying:
The Iranian Foreign Minister reminded the EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs of the important responsibility as the “Coordinator of the JCPOA Joint Commission.”
He underlined that the institution is expected, in line with its duty under the JCPOA and Resolution 2231, to fulfill its responsibility and neutralize actions against diplomacy.
Araghchi also emphasized Iran’s consistent adherence to the path of diplomacy, stressing that Tehran remains serious and steadfast in this approach.
For her part, the EU foreign policy chief said that diplomacy and negotiations are the sole way to address the concerns of all parties and underlined the need to provide more opportunities for diplomacy.
What has been said:
The United Kingdom, France, and Germany, as the E3 group, have indicated their willingness to halt new sanctions if Iran addresses concerns related to its nuclear programme.
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Araghchi Calls Diplomacy as Only Solution For Iran's Nuclear Concerns
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