Abbas Araqchi

Iran denies planned US talks in Pakistan

Iran denies plans for US talks in Pakistan, rejecting White House claims and saying no negotiations are currently on the agenda.

IRGC calls foreign minister “idiot" in rare radio broadcast

A leaked Iranian naval transmission reveals Revolutionary Guards openly insulting Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi while threatening to attack vessels attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz without approval.

Iranian FM:

'Our good faith was met with a blockade'

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi claims Tehran negotiated in good faith during talks with the US in Pakistan, but US "maximalism, shifting goalposts, and blockade" derailed an agreement.

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Ceasefire showing signs of collapse

Iranian parliament speaker accused the US of violating key ceasefire terms before negotiations, raising doubts about further talks. Israel believes Iran may strike, as Tehran blocks Strait of Hormuz.

Iran vows 'heavy price' after Israel strikes nuclear sites

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warns that Israel will pay a “heavy price" after the IDF struck the heavy water plant in Arak and the uranium extraction plant in Yazd.

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Iranian officials granted temporary immunity from assassination

The The Wall Street Journal reported that the United States and Israel have temporarily removed two of the most senior figures in Iran’s leadership from their targeting list.

Araghchi's secret message to Witkoff

The Iranian foreign minister said he came 'with the consent and blessing of Mojtaba Khamenei,' while the contacts were conducted in secret and without informing Israel.

Araghchi defies Trump:

'We will not be intimidated by threats'

Iran's FM Araghchi rebuffs Trump's 48-hour threat to strike power plants, insisting Hormuz remains open but ships avoid it due to US-initiated war risks.

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Direct Witkoff-Araghchi channel reactivated amid Iran war

Axios reports a direct channel between US envoy Steve Witkoff and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi was recently reactivated. Araghchi denies.

Iran threatens to attack US crude oil companies

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi threatens retaliation if crude oil facilities struck; US President Donald Trump says he may reconsider decision to leave Iranian oil infrastructure intact.

Iran FM: We will never surrender to Trump’s demands

Iran’s foreign minister says Tehran will not accept 'unconditional surrender,' claims Iran is acting in self-defense, and discusses leadership transition.

Iranian FM:

Progress made in 'intense' talks with US

In a post on social media, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi reports progress in US-Iran talks in Geneva, with technical teams set to meet in Vienna soon.

Iranian FM:

'Deal with the US is possible if diplomacy leads the way'

Ahead of Geneva talks, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says a deal with the US is possible if diplomacy is prioritized, reiterates Iran’s commitment to peaceful nuclear technology.

Iranian FM:

'Why pursue war when there is every possibility of peace?'

Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi warned that his country would defend itself if attacked, but expressed optimism for fast diplomatic progress in upcoming Geneva nuclear talks.

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Trump envoys await Iran proposal ahead of critical Geneva meeting

US officials say Washington will meet Iran in Geneva Friday if Tehran delivers a detailed nuclear proposal within 48 hours.

Iranian Foreign Minister:

'US hasn’t asked us to stop uranium enrichment'

Iranian FM Araghchi warns the US against military action, stressing diplomacy is the only path to a peaceful nuclear program, but affirms Iran's readiness for war if negotiations fail.

Iran’s FM arrives in Switzerland for nuclear talks with US

Iran’s Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, leads a delegation to Geneva for the second round of indirect nuclear talks with the US. Key issues include uranium stockpile and sanctions relief.

Iran's Foreign Minister launches attack against Miriam Adelson

Abbas Araghchi in sharply-worded post against the billionaire who is close to President Trump: "Who benefits from the narrative she promotes?"

Unexploded bombs found at Iranian nuclear facility

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says IAEA must reach agreement with his country on protocols for visits to nuclear sites struck by US.

Iranian Foreign Minister:

'US must drop unrealistic demands'

Iran may continue indirect nuclear talks if the US shows seriousness, says FM Araghchi, who calls on Washington to drop what he describes as its “unrealistic demands".

Iran FM:

'Oman talks a good start, Iran missile program not negotiable'

Iran’s Foreign Minister says talks with the US will resume soon, warns US bases could be targeted if Iran is attacked.

Iranian FM arrives in Oman for new round of talks with US

Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi arrives in Oman for a new round of nuclear talks with the US and is set to meet Trump’s Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff.

Khamenei's secret message to Putin

Iran's secretary of the Supreme National Security Council reportedly delivered a message from Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei to Russian President Vladimir Putin during their meeting last week.

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US and Iran to resume nuclear talks on Friday

Planned Istanbul talks mark first direct US-Iran contact since last June's conflict, amid regional diplomacy and ongoing pressure for a nuclear deal.

Did the pressure work?

Iranian FM says he's ready to resume nuclear talks

Iranian foreign minister says Tehran is open to nuclear talks with the US but demands an end to military threats as mediators work on a framework.

Iranian FM: Prepared to respond immediately to any aggression

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi claims his country never aspired to nuclear weapons, is willing to reach 'fair, profitable' nuclear deal.

'Israeli plot'

Iran FM denies mass casualties in protests

Speaking to Fox News, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi rejects reports of mass protest casualties, blaming “terrorists" and an “Israeli plot".

Israeli reporter's tweet reaches Iran

Political reporter Tamir Morag's post about the Iran protests was cited by Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi.

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Iran scrambles to contact Trump envoy amid threats

An Axios report says Iran’s foreign minister contacted a senior Trump envoy amid rising tensions, as President Trump weighs military options while leaving the door open to renewed nuclear talks.

Iranian FM accuses US, Israel of stoking Iran protests

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi accuses the US and Israel of fueling Iran’s protests and dismisses the likelihood of foreign military intervention.

'Reckless and dangerous'

Iranian Foreign Minister denounces Trump’s threats

Iran’s Foreign Minister blasts President Trump’s warning of possible US intervention if protesters are shot, vowing Iran will reject foreign interference.

Amid dispute over Hezbollah

Iranian FM accepts Beirut invite

Iran’s FM Araghchi accepts Beirut’s invitation after his Lebanese counterpart rejected a visit to Tehran.

France, Iran to discuss nuclear program, detained nationals

France’s FM Jean-Noel Barrot will meet Iran’s Abbas Araghchi on Wednesday to discuss Iran’s nuclear program, regional issues, and detained citizens.

Iran:

'No IAEA access to bombed nuclear sites without agreement'

Iran’s FM Araghchi says IAEA won’t access bombed nuclear sites without a deal. He rules out missile talks, slams US demands, and declares talks with Europe “no longer useful” after sanctions snapback.

Tehran claims uranium enrichment has stopped

Tehran says its enrichment facilities remain inactive after recent strikes, as officials signal conditional openness to renewed nuclear talks.

Iran demands UN sanctions on US over strikes on nuclear sites

Iran demands UN action against the US and Israel over June strikes on nuclear sites. Araghchi cites Trump’s admission of directing the attack and calls for reparations and criminal accountability.

Iran rejects direct US talks, vows to continue uranium enrichment

Iran’s FM Araghchi says Tehran won’t hold direct talks with the US and will continue enriching uranium, condemns snapback sanctions and warns Israel against further aggression.

Iran:

'No talks with US until demands become reasonable'

Iran says it won’t resume nuclear talks with the US due to “unreasonable demands”. The talks between the sides have been stalled since June airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities.

Iran:

'IAEA cooperation deal invalid because of snapback sanctions'

Iran says its Cairo nuclear deal with the IAEA is no longer valid after E3-triggered snapback sanctions. FM Araghchi warns the move hampers diplomacy.

Iranian Foreign Minister:

'Enriched uranium buried under rubble of Israeli strikes'

Iran's Foreign Minister reveals enriched nuclear material is "under the rubble" of facilities hit in the recent war with Israel, adding to global concerns over the regime's nuclear program.

Amid Western pressure

Iran resumes limited cooperation with IAEA

Iran signs new nuclear framework with IAEA in Cairo, marking first talks since June war with Israel. Tehran demands guarantees before resuming US negotiations.

Iran’s FM:

'Ready to resume nuclear talks - if US shows respect'

Iran says it’s close to a new IAEA deal, but demands respect and sovereignty before resuming nuclear cooperation.

After 'snapback':

Iran offers nuclear talks - if West shows goodwill

Iran’s Foreign Minister says Iran is ready to resume fair nuclear talks after the E3 moved to reimpose UN sanctions over alleged violations of the 2015 nuclear deal.

Unlikely agreement:

Iran’s FM agrees with Netanyahu’s assessment of Australian PM

Iran’s FM Araghchi agrees with Netanyahu that Australia’s PM is “weak” after Albanese blames Iran for attacks on Jews and expels its envoy. Araghchi fires back, accusing Canberra of appeasing “war criminals.”

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E3 Foreign Ministers' call with Iran hits brick wall

According to an Axios report, a phone call between the Foreign Ministers of Britain, France, and Germany and their Iranian counterpart, Abbas Araghchi, failed to make any progress on the nuclear issue.

Iran's Foreign Minister:

'Not yet' time for nuclear talks with US

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says the time for "effective" nuclear talks with the US has not yet arrived, following a pause in negotiations after Israeli and US strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities.

Iran working with Russia, China to thwart Europe sanctions

Iran says it's working with Russia and China to block European efforts to reimpose sanctions tied to the 2015 nuclear deal.

Iran backs Hezbollah, rejects disarmament plan

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi expresses support for Hezbollah’s rejection of Lebanon's plan to disarm the group, claims the group recovered after setbacks in last year’s war with Israel.

Iran demands US compensation before nuclear talks can resume

Iran's Foreign Minister says Tehran won't resume nuclear talks unless the US compensates for damages from recent strikes. Demands include financial reparations and guarantees against future attacks.

Iranian FM:

'Enrichment is dear to us, no plans to stop'

Iran’s Foreign Minister says his country refuses to abandon uranium enrichment, calling it a matter of "national pride."

'Try to stay cool!'

Iran's FM slams Israel, Sa'ar fires back

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar mocks Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on X after Araghchi belittled Israel's military.

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US-Iran talks to resume next week in Norway

If confirmed, the Oslo meeting would mark the first direct US-Iranian nuclear talks since joint American-Israeli strikes targeted key Iranian nuclear sites.

'Nazi style'

Iranian FM lashes out at Germany for supporting Israel

Iran’s Foreign Minister responds harshly to German criticism, accusing Berlin of supporting attacks and genocide, while defending nuclear program oversight changes.

Iran vows to seek compensation from US, Israel over attacks

Tehran accuses Washington and Jerusalem of violating its sovereignty and killing civilians during 12 days of war.

EU demands Iran return to nuclear talks

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas urges Iran to immediately restart nuclear negotiations with the IAEA, warning against NPT withdrawal.

Iran's FM:

'Don't hold your breath for quick US-Iran nuke talks'

Iranian FM Araghchi downplays immediate US nuclear talks, insists Iran needs security assurances and time.

Mossad trolls Iranian officials:

We see you follow us on social media, we follow you, too

Israeli intelligence agency mocks top Iranian officials for secretly following its updates, amid regime panic and mass arrests over alleged espionage ties.

Iran's FM to Trump:

'Respect Khamenei if you’re serious about a deal'

Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi blasts Trump for disrespecting Supreme Leader Khamenei, demanding a change in tone for any nuclear deal. This follows Trump's earlier post criticizing Khamenei and revealing he halted sanctions relief.

Iran halts IAEA cooperation amid strike fallout

Following US and Israeli strikes on its nuclear facilities, Iran announces it has ceased cooperation with the UN nuclear watchdog. Iran's Foreign Minister cites the IAEA's failure to condemn the attacks and its "regrettable role" in past issues as reasons.

Iranian FM admits 'serious' nuclear site damage after 12-day war

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi confirms "serious" damage to the country's nuclear sites following a 12-day conflict with Israel. Araghchi also firmly denies any speculation about resuming nuclear negotiations with the United States.