Abbas Araqchi

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.”

Report:

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.

Report:

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.

Amidst Israel-Tehran war

Europe, Iran talk nuclear program

European and Iranian diplomats meet in Geneva for the first direct talks since the Israel-Tehran conflict began. Iranian FM Araghchi backs further talks with Europe but denounces Israeli strikes and rejects negotiations with the US.

Report:

Direct US-Iran talks held amid Israel-Iran war

Wartime phone talks between US envoy Witkoff and Iran's Araghchi mark a rare direct diplomatic effort to ease tensions amid Israel's ongoing strikes, Reuters reports.

European FMs to meet Iranian counterpart for nuclear talks

European foreign ministers are set to meet Iran's top diplomat in Geneva for crucial nuclear talks, with US agreement. This follows a stern call for Iran to return to negotiations and de-escalate tensions with Israel.

Report:

Amid threats to Tehran, Trump considers Iran talks this week

US eyes Iran talks this week as Witkoff and Araghchi may meet amid rising tensions, nuclear concerns, and escalating Israeli-Iranian hostilities

Europe urges de-escalation

Iran says it prioritizes confronting Israel

European foreign ministers press Iran to resume nuclear talks and de-escalate with Israel after Israel's "Operation Rising Lion" and Iranian counterstrikes. Iran's FM states Tehran's priority is "to confront aggression."

Sa'ar wonders:

'Why did Iran's FM cancel his CNN appearance at the last minute?'

Israeli FM Gideon Sa'ar appears on CNN to counter Iran's narrative, but Iranian FM Araghchi unexpectedly cancels his interview just moments before airtime. Sa'ar seizes the moment, mocking Araghchi for his last-minute no-show.

Iran’s Foreign Minister:

'Our response to US proposal is coming soon'

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Iran will deliver response to the US nuclear proposal in the coming days, prioritizing Iranian interests. Officials in Israel concerned an agreement would see continued uranium enrichment on Iranian soil.

After UK's comment

Iranian FM threatens nuclear talks halt

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi threatens to end nuclear talks with European officials after UK Ambassador Peter Mandelson seemingly backed US calls for "zero enrichment" in Iran.

Iranian FM:

'Zero bombs = deal, zero enrichment = no deal'

Ahead of next round of nuclear talks with the US, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi again reiterates his country’s stance on nuclear enrichment.

Iran urges UN action over Israeli threats to nuclear facilities

Tehran demands international action over reported Israeli strike plans, warns of proportionate retaliation if threats persist.

Tehran stands firm:

'Enrichment is non-negotiable'

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi declares that uranium enrichment will continue "with or without a deal," even as nuclear talks with the US progress.

Iran:

'No US nuke deal proposal received, enrichment continues'

Iran's Foreign Minister denies receiving any US nuclear deal proposal, despite Trump's claims, reaffirms Iran's right to peaceful enrichment.

US-Iran nuclear talks:

Tehran denies receiving written offer from US

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi refutes an Axios report claiming the US presented a written nuclear deal proposal during indirect talks in Muscat.

Report:

Trump administration tables formal nuclear deal proposal to Iran

Axios reports White House envoy Steve Witkoff delivered an "elegant" and "very big" offer for a nuclear deal to Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, who has taken it to Tehran for high-level consultations.

Iran warns Europe:

'Snapback sanctions could lead to irreversible escalation'

Iran's Foreign Minister warns Britain, France, and Germany that using the UN snapback sanctions mechanism could lead to "irreversible" tensions and end Europe's role in the 2015 nuclear deal.

Ahead of nuclear talks

Iran: We will never surrender our nuclear rights

Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi declares that Tehran would never give up its nuclear rights if US talks aimed to restrict them. His remarks come on the eve of new nuclear negotiations in Oman.

Iranian FM to US:

'Avoid unrealistic positions in nuclear talks'

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says an agreement with the US is fully within reach provided it avoids "unrealistic and illogical positions".

Report:

Iran questions US nuclear talks timetable, suggests interim deal

Indirect negotiations in Rome reveal concerns over technical timelines as the US pushes for a comprehensive agreement.

Russia seeks to strengthen ties with Iran

Following a meeting in Moscow between President Putin and Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi, the Russian Foreign Ministry stated: 'We intend to further expand mutually beneficial ties with Iran.'

'Ball is in America's court'

Iranian FM confirms indirect Iran–US nuclear talks

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi stresses that the upcoming nuclear talks with the US in Oman will be indirect, contradicting President Trump's claim of a direct meeting.

Iran: US can only dream of a nuclear deal like Libya

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi confirms that no direct negotiations have occurred between Tehran and Washington following US outreach, dismisses any possibility of a Libya-style nuclear agreement with the US.

Via Oman:

Iran sends response to Trump on nuclear talks

Iranian Foreign Minister says his country sent a response via Oman to Trump's letter calling for new nuclear deal: Our policy is still to not engage in direct negotiations, but indirect negotiations can continue.

No direct negotiations

Iran open to indirect talks with US

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says door is open for indirect negotiations with the US, but stresses "there is no chance for direct talks until there is a change in the other side's approach."

Iran rejects nuclear talks with US amid continued pressure

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi clarifies that negotiations with the United States are not possible unless Washington changes its approach.

Iran:

'We're carefully assessing Trump's letter'

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says his country is assessing letter from Trump which urged Tehran to engage in negotiations for a new nuclear agreement: There is an opportunity behind every menace.

As US intensifies sanctions

Iran rules out direct nuclear talks

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi rules out the possibility of direct negotiations with the United States regarding Iran’s nuclear program: We will not negotiate under pressure, threat or sanctions.

Iran:

'We're open to talks with US but not under Trump's policy'

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says Iran is open to negotiations with the United States but not under Trump’s “maximum pressure” strategy, claims doing so would "not be a negotiation but a form of surrender."

Trump: Reports of strike on Iran 'greatly exaggerated'

US President Donald Trump says he wants nuclear deal that will allow Iran to 'peacefully grow and prosper,' Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi rejects proposal of deal and says issue of avoiding nuclear weapon is 'not complicated' and can be resolved.

Iranian FM warns:

'We will react decisively if our nuclear facilities are attacked'

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi warns that an attack on his country's nuclear facilities could trigger an "all-out war in the region".

Hamas-Iran ties:

Iran’s Foreign Minister meets Hamas leaders in Qatar

Senior figures from Hamas meet Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi in Qatar, discuss efforts to rebuild Gaza.

Iranian FM mocks Trump:

'Instead of relocating Gazans, take Israelis to Greenland'

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi ridicules Trump over his suggestion to relocate Palestinian Arabs from Gaza to countries such as Egypt and Jordan: Instead of Palestinians, take Israelis to Greenland so they can kill two birds with one stone.

Iranian FM:

'European powers committed to reviving nuclear negotiations'

After talks in Geneva with Britain, France and Germany, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says the three appear committed to reviving nuclear negotiations: We felt the seriousness.

Iranian FM:

'We are fully prepared for further Israeli attacks'

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi warns that further Israeli attacks on Iran could escalate into a broader conflict.

Iranian Foreign Minister:

'2025 will be an important year for nuclear issue'

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says Iran is preparing for what it anticipates will be a pivotal year for its nuclear issue in 2025, does not provide further details.

Iranian FM:

'If West sanctions us - we could acquire nuclear weapons'

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says nuclear weapons are not currently part of Iran's security strategy, but that may change if Western nations proceed with their threat to reimpose all UN sanctions.

Iranian FM:

'We reserve the right to respond to Israeli aggression'

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi welcomes ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, says it "depends on Israel's behavior" when asked if it could ease tensions between Israel and Iran.

'Fabricated story'

Iran denies its UN Ambassador met Musk

Iran's Foreign Ministry denies report of a meeting between the Iranian ambassador to the United Nations and Elon Musk.

Iranian officials to IAEA:

'Willing to discuss nuclear program, but no external pressure'

Iranian officials meet IAEA chief in Tehran, express openness to addressing concerns about nuclear program while maintaining stance against external pressure.

'Fabricated scenario'

Iran denies it plotted to kill Trump before US election

Iranian officials reject US accusations of Tehran's involvement in an alleged assassination plot targeting Trump. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson: A repulsive scheme orchestrated by Israel and Iranian opposition groups.

Iranian FM charges:

'The US was complicit in Israel's attack on Iran'

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi accuses US of complicity in Israel's military operation against Iran: The US partnership in Israel's crimes and escalation of tension in West Asia is quite clear and Washington bears responsibility for it.

British Foreign Secretary:

'A regional war would be catastrophic'

British Foreign Secretary David Lammy says he spoke to his Israeli and Iranian counterparts in an attempt to avoid escalation into a “catastrophic” regional war.