Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi declared that direct negotiations with the US regarding Iran's nuclear program are off the table as long as the US implements its 'maximum pressure' sanctions. Following the reinstatement of sanctions by President Trump, Araghchi emphasized Iran's unwillingness to negotiate under duress. He stated that Iran would continue its nuclear discussions with Russia and China instead. Meanwhile, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov hinted at the continued viability of diplomatic efforts to resolve the nuclear issue, reflecting the complicated international relations surrounding Iran's nuclear ambitions.
"There will be no possibility of direct talks between us and the United States on the nuclear issue as long as the maximum pressure is applied in this way," Araghchi said during a press conference with his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov, who has been visiting Tehran.
"Regarding the nuclear negotiations, the position of the Islamic Republic of Iran is very clear. We will not negotiate under pressure, threat or sanctions," he said.
"On the nuclear issue, we will move forward with the cooperation and coordination of our friends in Russia and China," he added.
Lavrov said he was sure diplomatic measures were still an option when it came to resolving issues connected with Iran's nuclear program.
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