Today March 7, 2026, 01:31 PM
Today March 7, 2026, 01:31 PM
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said that Iran is waiting for concrete steps from the United States before moving forward with renewed diplomatic engagement, according to statements reported by international media including Reuters and Al Jazeera.
Speaking about the future of negotiations surrounding Iran’s nuclear program and sanctions relief, Araghchi said Tehran expects Washington to demonstrate seriousness regarding commitments tied to previous nuclear agreements. His remarks come amid continuing tensions between Iran and the United States over sanctions, regional security issues, and the stalled negotiations related to the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Iranian officials have repeatedly stated that the United States must first show practical willingness to ease sanctions that were reimposed after Washington withdrew from the nuclear deal in 2018. Iranian authorities argue that trust between the two countries was damaged by that decision and that diplomatic progress requires measurable policy changes from the U.S. side.
U.S. officials have previously said they remain open to diplomacy but continue to raise concerns about Iran’s nuclear activities and regional policies. The stalled talks have been monitored closely by global powers and international organizations, including the United Nations’ International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
Analysts say the latest comments from Araghchi highlight the continued stalemate in negotiations and reflect Tehran’s position that the next step must come from Washington before any significant progress can occur in restoring broader diplomatic dialogue.
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