Iranian Foreign Minister: No Nuclear Talks with U.S. Until Interim Agreement is Implemented

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on June 12 (local time) that nuclear negotiations with the United States will only take place after an interim agreement to end the war is implemented.

Appearing on an Iranian state television talk show, Minister Araghchi stated, "Nuclear negotiations with the U.S. will take place in the next phase," adding, "They will not proceed unless the proposed interim agreement is implemented."

He also asserted that the only way to process the enriched uranium currently held by Iran is to dilute it within the country.

This signifies a refusal to accept the removal of uranium from the country, a demand previously made by the United States.

While Minister Araghchi noted that "the interim agreement with the U.S. will include the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and the resolution of multi-faceted conflicts," he maintained a cautious stance, stating, "A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) has not yet been officially signed, and the details are still subject to change."

However, he emphasized, "The (U.S.) maritime blockade must be completely lifted. This is the first item specified in the agreement."

He added that the signing of the MOU with the U.S. could take place within a few days, saying, "Once the final negotiations are concluded, both sides will sign the agreement remotely, and it will then be announced."

Furthermore, Minister Araghchi firmly stated that "the management of the Strait of Hormuz will not return to its pre-war state," adding, "Sovereignty over the strait belongs to Iran and Oman, and Iran will guarantee the safe passage of vessels transiting the strait."

He also claimed that Israel is attempting to derail the potential agreement with the U.S., which he said is currently in its final stages.

"To be frank, this agreement has enemies, and the Zionist regime (Israel) at the forefront is looking for excuses to neutralize the deal," Minister Araghchi criticized strongly.

He also claimed that Iran has defeated the U.S. in this war, asserting that Iran has emerged stronger as a result of the conflict with the U.S.
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