Context:
Ebrahim Azizi, head of the Iranian parliament's National Security and Foreign Policy Commission, addressed a gathering in Shiraz, offering a simultaneous picture of diplomatic engagement and military readiness.
Why it matters:
The remarks come as Iran and the U.S. are engaged in a new round of indirect talks. Azizi's comments underscore the deep distrust in Tehran regarding American intentions, while also signaling a red line regarding the country's nuclear advancements. The mention of a "comprehensive package" suggests a formalized Iranian position is now on the table.
What he's saying:
Azizi stated that ongoing negotiations focus on nuclear enrichment levels and volume, with the U.S. acknowledging Iran's nuclear industry.
"An uncalculated move by the United States will set the region on fire," Azizi warned. He also stressed that Iran's armed forces are at "full readiness" and are monitoring all enemy movements, vowing a "decisive response" to any miscalculation by adversaries.
Between the lines:
Azizi explicitly tied the current negotiations to past grievances, highlighting the U.S. history of "breaking promises." He emphasized the importance of the Strategic Action Law, an Iranian parliamentary act that accelerated nuclear activities in response to U.S. sanctions, as a key benchmark. His demand for a "serious guarantee" from Washington reflects a core Iranian prerequisite for any lasting agreement.
While threatening a strong response to potential aggression, Azizi emphasized on Iran's reason. "Because Iran possesses logic and discourse, it engages in negotiations, and it has proven this," he said, noting that a "comprehensive package" has already been submitted to the other party in this round of talks.
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