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Iran’s ex-diplomat: No hope for JCPOA revival under current circumstances

Iran’s former envoy to the UK says the recent sanctions imposed by Europe on the Islamic Republic over human rights issues have faded hopes for salvaging the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) nuclear agreement with the world’s major powers.

Iranian paper blames Raisi administration for halt in nuclear talks

An Iranian newspaper has blamed the administration of President Ebrahim Raisi for the cessation of negotiations in Vienna over the revival of the 2015 Iran nuclear deal known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).

Pace of progress in nuclear industry increasing in Iran: Nuclear chief

Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Mohammad Eslami says the development of Iran’s nuclear industry is picking up increasing momentum.

Russia no more a key player in Iran deal negotiations: Commentator

An expert on Iran-Russia relations says Moscow is no more a key player in the negotiations to revive the 2015 Iran nuclear deal.

Iran says ready for JCPOA revival but “will not wait”

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani says the sanctions removal talks have not been taken off Iran’s agenda.

AEOI’s deputy chief says enemies should persue diplomacy with Iran

The deputy chief of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran says Iran's enemies have no option vis-à-vis the Islamic Republic but diplomacy.

Iran’s nuclear chief confirms launch of new centrifuges at Natanz nuclear site

The director of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran confirms the UN atomic agency’s report that Tehran has started uranium enrichment using new centrifuges at the Natanz nuclear facility.

Iran says committed to nuclear talks, rejects ‘blackmail’

Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani says the Islamic Republic remains committed to the talks aimed at reviving the 2015 nuclear deal, JCPOA.

Iran FM says JCPOA talks progressive

Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian says talks over the revival of the Iran nuclear deal, JCPOA, in New York and Vienna have made progress.

Iran president: Chances for nuclear deal high if US, Europeans fulfill commitments

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi says Iran is interested in forging a viable and lasting agreement to revive a 2015 nuclear accord, noting the prospects for a deal are bright provided the United State and Europe live up to their commitments.

Iraq PM: Collapse of talks on Iran deal revival to negatively impact entire region

The Iraqi prime minister says a failure of the talks on reviving the 2015 Iran nuclear deal will negatively impact the entire region, urging all relevant parties to keep up the diplomatic process toward achieving final results.

Iranian expert: Israel cannot derail sanctions removal talks

An Iranian expert on Middle Eastern affairs says Israel is a second-hand player regarding the issue of the Iran nuclear deal and cannot affect the agreement largely.

Iran FM: Nuclear negotiations on right track

The Iranian foreign minister has sounded optimistic about Iran’s talks with the world major powers to save a 2015 nuclear deal, saying the negotiations are “on the right track."

Qatar FM says US seeks exchange of messages with Iran over nuclear deal

The Qatari foreign minister says the US is willing to further exchange messages with Iran to pave the way for a revival of the 2015 nuclear deal.

Iran’s nuclear chief: Big powers determined to prevent Iran from having new technologies

The director of the Atomic energy Organization of Iran has said there is a firm determination to prevent Iran from gaining access to new technologies.

Iranian analyst: Opponents of nuclear talks responsible for missed opportunity

An Iranian foreign policy expert has regretted that the chances for clinching a deal with major powers in the world to restores a 2015 nuclear deal are ‘next to nil’, holding those opposed to the negotiations process responsible for the failure.

FM Amirabdollahian: Iran won’t leave negotiating table, not helping Russia in Ukraine war

The Iranian foreign minister has stressed once again that Iran will continue efforts to reach a lasting agreement with major world powers to save a landmark nuclear accord, adding the ball is in the US court to show it has the courage to make the final decision.

Iran says to keep cooperating with IAEA

The Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says it will continue to work closely with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to resolve all issues between the two sides.

Iran FM to UN chief: Nuclear deal within reach

Iran’s foreign minister has told United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres, that Iran and the world major powers can reach a nuclear agreement if the US acts realistically.

Grossi: Talks with Iran on remaining safeguards issues resumed

Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Rafael Grossi says the agency has started talks with Iran to iron out differences over the outstanding safeguards issues.

Iran says ready to return to full compliance with JCPOA, rejects undeclared activity

Director of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran Mohammad Eslami has strongly denied allegations that undeclared nuclear activities or material existed in the country.

Austrian FM says ready to play role in resolving issues in nuclear talks

The Austrian foreign minister has expressed his country’s readiness to play a constructive role in resolving the remaining issues with the International Atomic Energy Agency in line with efforts to conclude the Vienna talks.

Raisi: US claim of ‘goodwill’ inconsistent with imposition of new bans amid talks

President Ebrahim Raisi of Iran says the US’s claim of seeking to return to the 2015 nuclear deal is incompatible with the move to impose even more sanctions on the Islamic Republic at a time when negotiations are still underway to revive the agreement.

President Raisi: No nuclear deal without end to safeguard issues

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi says in order to reach a real and reassuring agreement with major world powers to revive a 2015 nuclear deal, the safeguard issues and all probes, which have been used by the West as a Damocles sword, must be terminated in the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).

Iranian president deputy says Tehran ready for deal if other side gives assurances

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi’s deputy chief of staff for political affairs says Iran is ready for the revival of the 2015 nuclear deal if the US gives assurances that it will not repeat its past mistakes and will abide by its commitments.

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