Iran's Foreign Minister stated that the exchange of messages about the sanctions lifting negotiations is continuing and Iran has defined steps on the way to the agreement which one of these measures will be implemented in the near future.

Iran PressIran News: Most of the countries participating in the talks want a faster conclusion of the negotiations, but reaching a final agreement is pending the political decisions of the United States regarding a few remaining important and key issues.

The Islamic Republic of Iran emphasizes that if the American side acts realistically, it is possible to reach an agreement in Vienna. The agreement Iran is considering is a document that will lift the sanctions as much as possible and the region will benefit from its implementation.

Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, in a television interview on Saturday night said: "If there is a serious will and intention on the other side and our interests are secured, reaching to an agreement would be possible."

Amir-Abdollahian further condemned the actions of some European countries against Iran and the Islamic Republic Revolutionary Guards and added: "Today in Europe, emotions prevail over rationality."

He said: "Earlier, we announced to the Europeans that any action against Iran and placing the Revolutionary Guards in the list of terrorist groups can create a negative atmosphere in relations."

On January 18, 2023 , the representatives of the European Parliament voted in favor of the proposed amendment to recognize the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps in the list of terrorist groups of the European Union. 219