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Iran-US Relations

Maximum pressure’ to lead to ‘maximum resistance’: Iran warns US

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araqchi called on the US to abandon the policy of ‘maximum pressure’ against Tehran because it would provoke 'maximum resistance.'

Iranian president downplays Trump’s threat to sanction Iran 

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has reacted to his US counterpart Donald Trump’s threat to cut off Iran’s oil exports, saying, “They think Iran is solely reliant on oil”.

Trump urges ‘nuclear peace deal’ with Iran

President Donald Trump has stated that Iran cannot have nuclear weapons but should reach a “verified nuclear peace agreement”, which the US should begin work on immediately.

Iranian first vice president on Trump-Pezeshkian meet: Not currently on Iran’s agenda

Iranian First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref stated that a meeting between Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian and his US counterpart Donald Trump is not currently on the agenda for Iran.

FM Araghchi in response to Trump: Assurance on Iran’s non-pursuit of nuclear weapons is achievable

After US President Donald Trump imposed maximum pressure on Iran on Tuesday, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi emphasized that the policy against Iran is a failed experience and its repetition will yield no results other than failure.

Iran gov’t spokesperson does not rule out talks with US

The Iranian government spokesperson emphasized on Wednesday that ‘dignity, wisdom, and expediency’ are three fixed principles in any talks regarding Iran’s foreign affairs.

Trump says he would love to make an agreement with Iran

US President Donald Trump has stressed that he would love to make a deal with Tehran to improve bilateral relations, but added that Iran should not develop a nuclear weapon.

Iran working on faster method to create nuclear bomb: US intelligence sources

Iranian scientists are working on a faster way to develop nuclear weapons, the New York Times has reported, citing "US intelligence sources."

Iranian university professor: Any talks with US must be direct

A professor of International Relations in Iran says any talks between Iran and the US must be face-to-face.

Attack on Iran’s nuclear facilities will lead to ‘widespread regional war’: FM

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araqchi has strongly cautioned about the dire consequences of a potential act of aggression, involving Israel and the United States, against Iran’s nuclear sites.

Iranian newspaper advocates smart use of negotiation opportunities with US

In a Saturday editorial, the Tehran-based Jomhouri-e Eslami daily emphasized the need for Iran to adopt a pragmatic and strategic approach to negotiations with the US, particularly in light of the shifting dynamics under the new administration at the White House.

Iran says no exchange of message with US for talks

Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araqchi has stated that no clear message has been sent to or received from the United States regarding negotiations between Tehran and Washington, and that these issues are being discussed in the media. He added, however, talks with Europe are underway.

Iranian VP Zarif: Negotiation with US is not treason

Iran’s Vice President for Strategic Affairs Mohammad Javad Zarif says those who accuse the administration of President Masoud Pezeshkian of treason because of possible negotiation with the US are actually repeating the US-Israeli narrative regarding the issue.

Iranian deputy parl’t speaker: No hostility with the US, Iran ready for fair talks

Deputy Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, Hamid Reza Haji Babaei, stated on Tuesday that Iran harbors no hostility or intention for war with the US and is open to negotiations with Washington. However, he emphasized that any talks must be conducted on fair and equal terms.

Iran warns US, Israel against attacking nuclear facilities

Iran has issued a strong warning to the US and Israel, asserting that any attack on its nuclear facilities would be a "crazy" move, leading to a "very bad disaster" for the region.

Ex-Iranian envoy to UK: EU reluctant to side with Trump against Iran

A former Iranian ambassador to the UK has emphasized the sensitivity of current negotiations between Iran and Europe, stating that Europe is reluctant to align itself with the U.S. president’s agenda against Iran.

Iran’s Interests Section Office prioritizes assistance to Los Angeles Iranians

The head of Iran's Interests Section Office in Washington D.C., announced that following the office's call for assistance to Iranians affected by the first wave of wildfires in Los Angeles, they received numerous emails from the Iranian community.

Zarif: Iran poses no security threat to other countries 

Iran’s Vice President for Strategic Affairs Mohammad Javad Zarif has said Iran is not a security threat for any foreign country.

Iran finance minister says Tehran prepared for any scenario under Trump

Iran’s Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance has stated that Tehran is not afraid of a potential new round of “maximum pressure” under US President Donald Trump, stressing plans are in place to cope with any eventualities.

Reports of Zarif’s negotiations with US in Davos dismissed

The Iranian government has rejected reports by some media outlets regarding negotiations between Iran’s Vice President for Strategic Affairs Mohammad Javad Zarif and US representatives in Davos on the fringes of the World Economic Forum (WEF).

Former Iranian OPEC representative urges action beyond nuclear negotiations

A former Iranian representative to the OPEC Board of Governors, emphasized the need for Iran to pursue new trade opportunities with countries threatened by the US, rather than solely relying on nuclear negotiations for economic relief.

Potential Trump strategies towards Iran: Experts weigh in

As Donald Trump just began his second term as US President, questions arise about his approach towards Iran.

US Senate confirms Iran hawk Marco Rubio as secretary of state

The U.S. Senate on Monday unanimously confirmed Republican Senator Marco Rubio, an Iranian hawk and staunch backer of Israel, as President Donald Trump's secretary of state.

Iran president open to direct talks with US, says MP

An Iranian lawmaker says President Massoud Pezeshkian is inclined to negotiate directly with the US to put an end to long-standing differences, including Iran’s nuclear issue.

Senior researcher: Trump, Pezeshkian can clinch ‘historic deal’

Seyed Hossein Mousavian, a researcher at Princeton University, believes that Iran and the US can reach a sustainable agreement by adhering to certain principles.

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