Iran Says “No Promise” on Nuclear Talks After U.S. Strikes, Diplomacy Hits Snags
Iran has categorically denied any commitment to resuming nuclear talks with the United States in the near future, declaring that “no promise has been made” and “no time has been set” for negotiations. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that recent U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities have “seriously complicated” the diplomatic landscape, delaying any potential breakthrough and making conditions unworkable for renewed dialogue.
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Araghchi emphasized that Iran would not consider re-entering nuclear negotiations unless all forms of military aggression against it cease immediately. He maintained that Iran’s position remains unchanged: it seeks full sanctions relief and verifiable guarantees, but not at the cost of sovereignty or under the threat of aerial bombardment. Tehran continues to advance its uranium enrichment program and has not signaled any willingness to suspend it unilaterally.
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The recent deployment of B-2 bombers, bunker-buster munitions, and precision cruise missiles by the U.S., in coordination with Israeli airstrikes, has altered the strategic equation. Araghchi asserted that the military assault on fortified nuclear installations undermined diplomatic trust, pushing Iran to question the sincerity and intent of any future talks. He added that dialogue cannot proceed when one party engages in destructive acts while simultaneously proposing negotiation.
Strike Fallout
The strikes, which targeted key facilities in Natanz, Isfahan, and Fordow, have prompted concern across the international community. While some Western powers have attempted to mediate and restore dialogue, Iran has remained defiant. Araghchi warned that unless the U.S. provides solid guarantees against further military action, talks would remain “meaningless.” He reiterated that Iran is not opposed to diplomacy but will only engage in an environment free of coercion and threats.
Iran’s firm posture highlights the growing rift between military pressure and diplomatic engagement. As tensions escalate in the Middle East, global efforts to salvage nuclear diplomacy hang in the balance, with Iran making clear that negotiations cannot be conducted at gunpoint. The message from Tehran is unambiguous: diplomacy requires mutual respect—not warheads overhead.
