Iran foreign minister to embark on three-nation tour as US peace talks remain stalled
Summary
Iran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, is planning visits to Pakistan, Russia, and Oman to explore starting peace talks with the US and Israel aimed at ending attacks on Iran. Both sides remain firm on their demands, with Iran requiring the US to lift its blockade of Iranian ports and the US demanding guarantees that Iran will end its nuclear program and stop blocking the Strait of Hormuz.Key Facts
- Abbas Araghchi, Iran’s foreign minister, will tour Pakistan, Russia, and Oman to seek grounds for peace talks with the US.
- Iran demands that the US remove its blockade on Iranian ports before talks can resume.
- The US wants proof that Iran will end its nuclear activities and stop blocking the Strait of Hormuz.
- Pakistan is acting as a mediator but has not yet found a compromise.
- Iran is considering breaking up its 400kg uranium stockpile to reduce enrichment gradually in exchange for lifting sanctions.
- Russia may offer to take some of Iran’s uranium stockpile as part of negotiations.
- Iran wants a ceasefire that includes commitments from both the US and Israel to stop attacks.
- The US is maintaining and expanding a naval blockade and warns it will act against Iranian attempts to lay mines or block shipping.
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