Iran’s Foreign Ministry Stands Firm: Negotiating Team Pledges to Safeguard National Interests and Rights

The Iranian negotiating team, currently engaged in critical discussions in Rome, remains steadfast in its commitment to uphold the rights and interests of the Iranian nation. This pivotal fifth round of talks with the United States underscores the significance of Iran’s nuclear program, which symbolizes years of resilience and determination.

According to Esmaeil Baqaei, spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Iranian nuclear program is a source of national pride, reflecting the collective struggles of the Iranian people. He emphasized that the nation expects its representatives to remain unwavering in their defense of these rights and interests.

Key details about the ongoing negotiations include:

• Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has arrived in Rome to participate in these crucial discussions.
• The talks involve indirect negotiations with Steve Witkoff, the U.S. President’s special envoy for the Middle East.
• Oman is facilitating the mediation process.

Araqchi has already engaged in four negotiation rounds, with three taking place in Muscat and one in Rome. These discussions have been mediated by Omani Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr Al-Busaidi.

The delegation accompanying Araqchi is comprised of:

• Esmaeil Baqaei, spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
• Majid Takht-e-Ravanchi, Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs
• Kazem Gharibabadi, Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs
• Several other diplomats and experts

Before his departure to Italy, Araqchi shared insights on his X account, stating, “Figuring out the path to a deal is not rocket science: Zero nuclear weapons = we DO have a deal. Zero enrichment = we do NOT have a deal.”