Iran Vows to Thwart Threats and Engage in Diplomacy
Speaking to Al-Alam News Network on the sidelines of Quds Day rallies, Araqchi dismissed the possibility of direct negotiations with the United States, but stated that indirect talks could continue if necessary, as has happened in the past.
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'Anyone who speaks to the Iranian people with the language of threats will receive the same response,' Araqchi said, stressing that Iran remains committed to its principles and logic in its path forward.
Araqchi's comments come in the wake of a recent letter from U.S. President Donald Trump, sent via an emissary from the United Arab Emirates, requesting negotiations for a new deal while also threatening military force against Iran.
However, Araqchi expressed doubt over the practical implementation of such threats and reaffirmed Iran's preparedness for all scenarios. 'We are fully ready for both threats and diplomacy,' he stated.
Meanwhile, Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi announced the holding of expert-level nuclear talks between Iran and three European countries – Britain, France, and Germany – in Geneva on Thursday.
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