Geneva: Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announced on Tuesday that the second round of indirect negotiations with the United States marked "good progress" compared to the previous session, describing the atmosphere as more constructive. Araghchi addressed journalists in Geneva following the conclusion of the talks, which were mediated by Oman.
According to Kuwait News Agency, Araghchi, speaking at the Conference on Disarmament in Geneva immediately after the talks, expressed hopes that these discussions would lead to a sustainable and implementable solution benefiting all parties involved, as well as the broader region. He noted concerns regarding explicit references to potential use of force by the United States, including significant military deployments in the region, which he described as violations of the United Nations Charter. Araghchi urged an immediate end to such practices.
Araghchi reiterated Iran's commitment to cooperating with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in accordance with its legal obligations. He emphasized Iran's status as a founding member of the IAEA and a participant in the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT). He called for engagements with the IAEA to remain purely technical and free from political influences, stressing the importance of reciprocal and objective cooperation to build genuine trust.
Highlighting Iran's readiness for serious and result-oriented negotiations, Araghchi insisted that any agreement must acknowledge Iran's legitimate rights, deliver tangible benefits, and be protected against unilateral actions that could undermine trust. He warned that Iran is prepared to defend itself and that any aggression would have repercussions beyond its borders, referencing the attack on June 13, 2025.