Tokyo: Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya and his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi have pledged to maintain ongoing communication at multiple levels between Japan and Iran, aiming to bolster peace and stability in the Middle East, as confirmed by Japan's Foreign Ministry.
According to Kuwait News Agency, the two foreign ministers engaged in a phone conversation where they candidly discussed Iran's nuclear program. This dialogue follows US President Donald Trump's announcement on Monday regarding the upcoming round of indirect nuclear negotiations between Iran and the US, scheduled for later this week. President Trump also issued a stern warning of potential total destruction should diplomatic solutions falter.
Minister Iwaya underscored Japan's desire for a peaceful resolution to the nuclear issue, urging Iran not to overlook the opportunity to reach an agreement with the US. He strongly encouraged Iran to fulfill its obligations under the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) safeguards agreement. Iwaya reiterated Tokyo's commitment to pursuing diplomatic avenues to resolve the matter peacefully. In response, Minister Araghchi outlined Iran's stance and efforts concerning the issue, as noted by the ministry.
The discussions between Japan and Iran occur against the backdrop of five previous rounds of indirect talks between Iran and the US, facilitated by Oman. These talks have involved Iranian top diplomat Araghchi and US special envoy to the Middle East, Steve Witkoff.