Iran confirms nuclear talks with E3 facing challenges
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Iran confirms complex conditions in nuclear talks with the European troika, while reaffirming Tehran's commitment to dialogue and uranium enrichment rights.
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Iran’s government spokeswoman, Fatemeh Mohajerani, making a statement during a press conference in Tehran, undated. (AFP)
Iranian government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani confirmed on Saturday that ongoing discussions between Tehran and the E3, Germany, France, and Britain, on the nuclear issue, are facing complex and difficult circumstances.
Despite these challenges, Mohajerani stressed that the Islamic Republic has never been an obstacle to dialogue with European countries, whether regarding the nuclear file or other diplomatic matters. She reaffirmed Tehran’s longstanding openness to engage in constructive negotiations.
The most recent round of talks took place in July in Istanbul, where Iranian representatives met with officials from the E3 to discuss the future of the Iranian nuclear program.
These talks, held in the Turkish capital, marked a continuation of efforts to revive diplomatic channels amid rising regional and international tensions surrounding Iran’s nuclear ambitions and Western concerns over uranium enrichment.
Enrichment rights remain a core issue
On July 26, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Majid Takht-e Ravanchi stated that Tehran made clear during the Istanbul negotiations that uranium enrichment on Iranian soil remains an essential and non-negotiable element of any agreement.
In an interview with Turkey’s Haber Turk channel, Takht-e Ravanchi said, "Iran’s position is firm: enrichment is our right, and it must be respected in any future deal." While both sides agreed to maintain diplomatic momentum, the date and venue for the next round of negotiations have yet to be finalized.
Takht-e Ravanchi indicated that although discussions are ongoing, Istanbul remains a preferred location for Iran and the European troika due to its neutrality and experience hosting such talks.
