No timeline for US talks, new IAEA approach required: Araghchi
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The Iranian FM highlights the need for a new IAEA approach, rules out US talks for now, and highlights stronger ties with China, Russia, and Egypt.
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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi speaks to journalists after a meeting with Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri in Beirut, Lebanon, Tuesday, June 3, 2025 (AP)
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi highlighted the need for a new approach in dealing with the International Atomic Energy Agency, mentioned that no timeline has been set for negotiations with the Americans, and touched on relations with Russia, China, and Egypt.
In a statement to Iranian TV on Wednesday, the Iranian FM emphasized the need for a "new framework of cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency," pointing out that "a new reality has emerged following the attacks on nuclear facilities," which dictates their actions now alongside the Iranian parliament's law.
Araghchi revealed that Tehran has invited the IAEA Deputy Director General to discuss the new framework for their relationship, stressing that the visit will not include inspections of Iranian nuclear facilities, asserting that Iran will not allow it.
Return to talks?
Regarding a return to talks, Araghchi stated that it depends on Iran's interests, emphasizing that talks are merely a tool to safeguard the interests of the Iranian people in dealing with the United States.
Araghchi also revealed that Iran has received messages from the other side, while reiterating that no new date has been set for talks with the Americans.
About a week ago, Iran's Foreign Minister stressed that "there is no plan to negotiate with the United States at this time," explaining that Tehran's goal, "in any arena, including the negotiating table, is to defend the blood of the martyrs and the principles for which they were martyred."
Beijing, Moscow, and Cairo
Regarding relations with allies, the Iranian minister stated that "the stance of China and Russia toward the American and Israeli aggression against Iran has been decisive in condemning the attack and declaring solidarity with Tehran, as well as offering their support."
He also noted that relations with Moscow and Beijing are steadily advancing across all fronts, political, economic, and defense-related.
Araghchi also described regional countries' support for Iran in the face of Israeli and American aggression as "broad and unprecedented," adding, "Our relations with regional states are continuously evolving."
Relations with Egypt saw significant progress
Turning to relations with Egypt, Araghchi noted they have seen "significant progress" over the past year, adding that he met with the Egyptian president four times during that period.
The Iranian minister pointed out ongoing consultations with Egypt on various issues, including the nuclear file, revealing that full normalization of relations between the two countries could occur within months.
Earlier, on August 6, Egypt's Foreign Ministry announced that Minister Badr Abdelatty discussed with his Iranian counterpart and IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi, in two separate phone calls, the importance of restoring confidence and creating a supportive environment to achieve security and stability in the region.
