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Iran’s Foreign Minister Heads to Beijing for Key Consultations on Nuclear Talks

The visit comes ahead of a third round of indirect negotiations with the US in Oman, as Iran accuses Israel of attempting to derail diplomacy.

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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi gives a briefing on the sidelines of a UN event in Lisbon, Portugal, November 27, 2024. REUTERS/Pedro Nunes
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Overview

  • Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi will visit Beijing on Tuesday to brief China on the latest developments in nuclear talks with the US.
  • This trip follows consultations with Russia last week and precedes a third round of indirect negotiations scheduled for Saturday in Oman.
  • The International Atomic Energy Agency has confirmed that Iran's uranium enrichment has reached 60%, approaching weapons-grade levels.
  • Iranian officials have accused Israel of attempting to disrupt the diplomatic process, alleging interference in the ongoing talks.
  • China, a significant economic partner and former JCPOA signatory, accounted for 77% of Iran's crude oil exports in 2024, highlighting its role in Tehran's strategy.