Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has declared that nuclear negotiations with the United States will only resume when Tehran is convinced of Washington's "real serious determination" to pursue a diplomatic solution. The statement came during an exclusive interview with CGTN following the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Council of Foreign Ministers meeting in Tianjin this week.
Araghchi emphasized that Iran remains open to returning to the negotiating table but stressed the need for the U.S. to abandon military posturing and demonstrate a commitment to mutual benefit. "A win-win solution requires both sides to engage sincerely," he said, highlighting the delicate balance of trust-building in international diplomacy.
The SCO meeting in Tianjin – a hub of global economic activity on the Chinese mainland – provided a strategic backdrop for discussions on regional security and multilateral cooperation. Analysts suggest Iran's participation underscores its growing engagement with Eurasian political and economic frameworks.
While Araghchi did not specify a timeline, his remarks signal potential flexibility in Iran's diplomatic approach amid ongoing tensions over its nuclear program. The development is being closely monitored by global markets and policymakers, particularly as energy prices remain sensitive to geopolitical shifts in Asia.
