Iran Expresses Readiness for Nuclear Talks at UN Assembly
Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi signals willingness to negotiate if other parties are prepared, despite heightened regional tensions.
- Iran is prepared to restart nuclear negotiations on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York.
- Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi emphasized that Iran's participation depends on the readiness of other involved parties.
- Indirect talks between the U.S. and Iran to revive the 2015 nuclear deal have stalled since the U.S. withdrawal in 2018.
- Recent regional tensions, including Iran's support for Hamas and Russia, complicate the resumption of talks.
- The Biden administration has stated the U.S. is not currently ready to resume nuclear discussions with Iran.