Overview
- Araghchi told diplomats that Tehran will only return to negotiations if Washington and its allies deliver an iron-clad pledge that no further airstrikes will target its nuclear facilities.
- Iran’s parliament enacted a law suspending routine IAEA cooperation, and the foreign minister said future inspections will be managed case by case by the Supreme National Security Council.
- Tehran reiterated it will not agree to any deal blocking its right under the Non-Proliferation Treaty to enrich uranium for peaceful purposes.
- Reports that President Putin privately backed a zero-enrichment condition have been denied by Iran, underscoring tensions over external mediation efforts.
- With no date or venue set, Iran says diplomatic channels remain open but frozen as it weighs timing, format and security guarantees for any resumed talks.