🇮🇷 Iran Signals Readiness for Negotiations Ahead of Geneva Talks
Iran has publicly declared it’s ready to strike a nuclear deal with the U.S.—but only if Washington agrees to discuss lifting sanctions, Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht-Ravanchi told the BBC this week. The announcement comes days before a new round of U.S.-Iran negotiations in Geneva, set to begin next week.
💣 Red Lines and Realism
While Tehran appears open to dialogue, officials reiterated that its missile capabilities remain a non-negotiable 'red line.' Ali Shamkhani, a top adviser to Iran’s Supreme Leader, emphasized that talks could progress if both sides avoid 'excessive demands' and focus on mutual interests.
⚡ The Stakes Are High
With tensions simmering over recent U.S. military movements—including a second aircraft carrier reportedly heading to the region—Takht-Ravanchi warned that conflict would be 'traumatic for everybody.' Meanwhile, the Swiss Foreign Ministry confirmed the upcoming Geneva talks, calling them a 'critical step' for regional stability.
🔜 What’s next? As the world watches, all eyes are on whether Washington will meet Iran’s key condition: putting sanctions relief 'on the table.'
