Iran worries U.S. will use nuclear talks as pretext for new attacks: Senior official
Summary
Iran is open to negotiating with the U.S. but wants to ensure the talks are not a cover for military action. Iran plans to meet with European countries in Istanbul to discuss sanctions related to the 2015 nuclear deal.Key Facts
- Iran wants to negotiate with the U.S. to lift existing sanctions and avoid new ones.
- Tehran plans to meet France, Germany, and the U.K. in Istanbul to discuss "snapback" sanctions related to the 2015 nuclear agreement.
- Snapback sanctions could be imposed if Iran does not comply with the nuclear deal, but Iran disputes their legitimacy.
- The deadline for imposing snapback sanctions is set for the end of August, but there is a possibility of extending this deadline.
- Iran has invited a team from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) for discussions but has not permitted visits to its nuclear sites.
- Gharibabadi, Iran's nuclear negotiator, emphasized the lack of trust in the U.S., citing past negotiations and military actions.
- Talks between Iran and the U.S. are expected to be "indirect," managed through mediators.
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