Iran Open to Direct U.S. Talks if Hostility Ends, Says President

President Masoud Pezeshkian states Iran could engage in direct negotiations if the U.S. demonstrates goodwill and ends its hostile stance.

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian expressed willingness for direct talks with the U.S. if Washington shows practical goodwill.
Pezeshkian emphasized that Iran is not hostile towards the U.S. and expects the same in return for any negotiations to proceed.
The discussions aim to revive the 2015 nuclear deal, which was abandoned by former U.S. President Donald Trump in 2018.
Since taking office, President Joe Biden has aimed to renegotiate the nuclear pact, but Iran has so far refused direct talks.
Tehran has primarily communicated through European or Arab intermediaries in the ongoing diplomatic efforts.