Iran postpones nuclear talks with US citing unfair conditions amid regional tensions

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has emphasized that Iran is "not in a hurry" to resume nuclear negotiations with the United States, insisting that any talks must be conducted on equal terms and mutual interests. He criticized the US's conditions for resuming talks, such as demands to halt uranium enrichment and limit missile programs, as "illogical and unfair," obstructing meaningful dialogue. Iranian officials, including spokesman Esmail Baqaei, asserted that Iran will not unilaterally give up its rights and condemned the US's unilateral demands, describing them as dictation rather than negotiation. Araghchi also highlighted a shifting regional geopolitical landscape, criticizing Israel and calling Prime Minister Netanyahu a "war criminal," while noting growing regional consensus that Israel, not Iran, is the main source of insecurity. Despite increased UN sanctions and military pressures, Iran remains firm on its stance, with indirect talks possible only if the US adopts a fair approach. Oman continues to serve as a mediator in the strained US-Iran relations, reflecting its role in fostering dialogue amid ongoing tensions.