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Tehran-Washington Relations: Araghchi Confirms No Direct Communications

In recent developments regarding Iran-U.S. relations, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has categorically denied media claims about any diplomatic exchanges between Tehran and Washington. According to Araghchi, there have been “no specific messages” exchanged between the two nations, highlighting the current state of distrust.

During a press briefing following a cabinet session on Wednesday, Araghchi elaborated on the fragile relationship, emphasizing that rebuilding trust requires concrete actions rather than mere rhetoric. He stated:

“No specific message has been sent or received between the two countries, and what is being raised only exists in the media.”

Araghchi pointed out that the deep-rooted distrust stems from the U.S. withdrawal from the 2015 nuclear deal, known formally as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA). This decision, coupled with the reimposition of sanctions under former President Donald Trump, has further strained relations.

The JCPOA was initially established to impose restrictions on Iran’s nuclear program in exchange for sanctions relief. However, the agreement collapsed in 2018 when the Trump administration exited the deal and commenced a “maximum pressure” campaign against Iran. In response, Iran began to gradually exceed the deal’s nuclear limitations, including:

  • Enriching uranium to 60%
  • Installing advanced centrifuges

Efforts to resurrect the agreement under the Biden administration have faced setbacks in 2023, primarily due to disagreements over sanctions removal and verification processes. Araghchi commented:

“The same old distrust still governs Iran-U.S. relations. We previously reached an agreement, Iran implemented it, but they were the ones who broke it.”

He reiterated that restoring trust between the two nations relies on tangible actions. He emphasized:

“Resolving this distrust cannot be achieved easily with nice and beautiful words.”

In a recent interview with Sky News, Araghchi indicated that while discussions with European countries—members of the original P5+1 negotiating group—are ongoing, Iran is awaiting definitive policies from Washington. He stated:

“If a consensus emerges in Iran that equal negotiations are possible, decisions will be made accordingly.”

However, he made it clear that there are currently no plans for talks with the U.S.

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