Why it matters:
Iranian officials say sustained communication contradicts Washington’s narrative that Tehran rejects diplomacy, while reaffirming that Iran will not engage in negotiations imposed under pressure or threat.
The big picture:
Baghaei said recent exchanges have included a range of issues, with proposals also raised by the American side.
He stressed that Iran has never abandoned talks and has consistently favored diplomacy for decades.
Tehran maintains that negotiations must be based on mutual respect and shared interests, not unilateral demands.
What he’s saying:
Esmail Baghaei:
“The communication channel between the Iranian foreign minister and the U.S. President’s special envoy remains open and will be used whenever necessary.”
“Iran has never walked away from the negotiating table. But talks must be meaningful, balanced, and not dictated by one side.”
Baghaei also addressed a recent wave of violence inside Iran, blaming U.S.- and Israeli-backed armed terrorist groups for attempting to destabilize the country after the failure of political, media, and psychological warfare campaigns.
Go deeper:
In recent days, Iran has witnessed a new wave of unrest involving armed terrorists and rioters. The United States and Israel support these groups.
Following the failure of Washington and Tel Aviv to incite public unrest or destabilize the Islamic Republic through previous political and media efforts, these armed terrorists and rioters are now attempting to fuel internal chaos and insecurity through violent means.
These acts are the biggest terrorist attacks orchestrated by the U.S. and Israel against the Islamic Republic and the Iranian people.
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