A senior Iranian political official has called on Washington to recognize Tehran's genuine commitment to resolving differences through dialogue. In an exclusive interview with China Media Group, the official, speaking anonymously, emphasized that if Washington truly values the peaceful nature of Iran's nuclear program, it should welcome a flexible and constructive approach to negotiations. 🤝
The official argued that Iran’s engagement with the U.S. has always aimed to ensure the peaceful progress of its nuclear program while seeking an effective path to lift sanctions. He sharply criticized Washington's contradictory stance—demanding a complete shutdown of Iran's nuclear industry while avoiding any reasonable proposal for sanctions relief, a move that has only stalled discussions further.
Highlighting a key issue, the official noted that Washington's relentless demands for Iran to halt uranium enrichment are designed to deadlock the talks. As he put it, "Defending our right to enrichment is, in fact, defending our national sovereignty and territorial integrity against any foreign threats or aggression." For Iran, uranium enrichment is not merely a technical process but a powerful symbol of national independence.
Amid growing skepticisms about Washington's strategic intentions, the current round of indirect negotiations appears increasingly mired in deadlock. Nevertheless, Tehran remains steadfast in its commitment to dialogue, eager to turn challenges into opportunities for peaceful resolution.
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Iranian official urges U.S. to recognize Tehran's commitment to talks
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