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Iran says US letter opened new window for diplomacy

  • By Al Mayadeen English
  • Source: Agencies
  • 28 Mar 2025 20:26
3 Min Read

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi underlines that his country had responded to the United States' letter on its nuclear program.

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  • Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi speaks in a joint press briefing with then-Syrian counterpart Bassam Sabbagh, in Tehran, Iran, Tuesday, November 19, 2024 (AP)
    Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi speaks in a joint press briefing with then-Syrian counterpart Bassam Sabbagh, in Tehran, Iran, Tuesday, November 19, 2024 (AP)

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated on Friday that the US message to Iran "has opened a window for diplomacy, and we have not closed any doors to diplomacy, nor will we."

In an interview with Tasnim news agency, Araghchi noted that "the contradictory statements from the other side (the United States) make us carefully and skeptically examine any request." He emphasized that "any diplomatic opening is observed with distrust."

He further explained that "the Americans wrote a letter, which was thoroughly examined and discussed in Iran. Its dimensions were analyzed, as it contained a threat, and an appropriate response was prepared."

The Iranian foreign minister highlighted that "Oman was chosen to deliver Iran’s response to the US due to its previous role in this field and because we trust its goodwill." He also recalled that "Oman previously played a mediating role in negotiations during the tenure of the martyred President Raisi."

Iran delivers response to US 

On Wednesday, Araghchi announced that Iran had delivered its response to US President Donald Trump's message through Oman.

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Meanwhile, in remarks to Al Mayadeen, Iranian Defense Minister Aziz Nasirzadeh stated that "surrender has no place in our approach, and enemies should not take risks; otherwise, they will receive an appropriate response." He affirmed that "victory is undoubtedly the ultimate outcome of the path of resistance."

The correspondence, which Trump announced on March 7, was sent to Ayatollah Sayyed Ali Khamenei amid the administration's continued "maximum pressure" campaign on Iran while also expressing an interest in negotiations. 

Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqhaei clarified that Tehran has no plans to make the letter public, noting that media speculation does not necessarily reflect its content.

"Iran's response to this correspondence will be made" through diplomatic channels after a thorough review, he said.

'More of a threat than an offer'

Last week, Araghchi said Trump's letter was "actually more of a threat" than an offer.

Trump's letter reportedly set a two-month deadline for Iran to agree to a new nuclear deal or face potential military action.

Speaking to Iranian state television, the Iranian Foreign Minister noted that while the letter appeared to present opportunities, its tone was ultimately threatening.

He emphasized that Iran’s refusal to engage in direct talks with the US is a tactical decision rather than a strategic stance.

He noted that ongoing discussions between Iran and the three European countries—France, Germany, and Britain—effectively serve as indirect negotiations with the United States.  

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