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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that the “maximum pressure” strategy and related resolutions have failed against Iran, asserting that Tehran will not negotiate under threats. During a press conference, he outlined key foreign policy principles: no negotiations under pressure, the importance of dignity in diplomacy, and the need for actions rather than words from the U.S. administration. He criticized a recent Presidential Memorandum by President Trump aimed at reinstating pressure on Iran, emphasizing that it highlights the U.S. commitment to this strategy following its withdrawal from the nuclear agreement. Trump’s openness to negotiate a new deal was also noted.
Strategic Council Leader Urges Regional Nations to Settle Disputes through Dialogue
Kamal Kharrazi, Head of the Strategic Council on Foreign Relations, emphasized a shift towards a multipolar world during the Tehran Dialogue Forum, highlighting the need for regional unity and dialogue among nations. He identified key players like China, India, Iran, Turkey, and Russia as essential to global affairs and called for organizations to seek autonomy from dominant powers. Kharrazi argued that a multipolar system could enhance social justice and equitable development. He criticized U.S. officials for their contradictory statements regarding Iran’s nuclear program and noted the need for improved dialogue between Iran and Arab countries, while lamenting Iran’s strained relations with Europe.
Vice President Celebrates Persian Gulf as a Beacon of Unity for Iranians
First Vice President Mohammad-Reza Aref emphasized the Persian Gulf’s vital role in Iran’s identity and civilizational heritage. In a recent Instagram statement, he highlighted that the Gulf is not just a geographical feature but a key part of Iran’s political, social, economic, and cultural narrative. Aref asserted that historical documents consistently recognize the Persian Gulf as integral to Iran’s identity and called for international acknowledgment of this fact. Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi supported Aref’s views, condemning politically motivated attempts to misname the Gulf as hostile toward Iran. Both leaders stressed the need for respect for historical realities regarding the Persian Gulf.