Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi reaffirmed Tehran’s commitment to diplomacy in resolving the “fabricated crisis” over its peaceful nuclear program, emphasizing that continuing down this path requires genuine political will and a realistic approach from the other side.
In a phone call with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, Araghchi stressed that Iran, as a signatory to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT), remains committed to its obligations. However, he firmly reiterated Iran’s legitimate right to peaceful nuclear energy, including uranium enrichment as a necessary component.
Araghchi pointed to “bitter past experiences” of broken promises by other parties, noting that any balanced, fair, and sustainable agreement must avoid introducing extralegal demands and instead include serious guarantees—particularly regarding the lifting of sanctions and ensuring Iran’s economic benefits.
He criticized the contradiction between US statements and actions, citing continued sanctions and threats as deepening mistrust and casting doubt over Washington’s sincerity in pursuing diplomacy.
Engagement with Europe and Hope for Constructive Dialogue
He also referred to multiple rounds of dialogue with Germany, France, and the UK over the past year, reaffirming Tehran’s readiness to continue engaging with European partners and expressing hope they adopt a constructive approach to peacefully resolve the disputes.
UN Secretary-General Guterres, for his part, underscored the importance of continuing indirect talks between Iran and the US until a resolution is achieved.
Iran’s Right to a Full Nuclear Fuel Cycle
In a separate post on X, Araghchi asserted that “repeating lies does not change fundamental truths,” declaring that as a founding member of the NPT, Iran has the inherent right to possess the full nuclear fuel cycle.
While generally avoiding public commentary on negotiation details, Araghchi noted that many NPT members enrich uranium while rejecting nuclear weapons altogether—highlighting that this “nuclear club” includes several Asian, European, and South American nations alongside Iran.
I generally refrain from airing arguments on key negotiation elements through the media.
What I will say is that repeating falsehoods will not change basic facts. As a founding signatory to the NPT, Iran has every right to possess the full nuclear fuel cycle. Moreover, there…
— Seyed Abbas Araghchi (@araghchi) May 2, 2025
He warned that extreme positions and provocative statements would only “destroy chances for success.”
Larijani: Talks with the US are political, not legal
Meanwhile, Ali Larijani, a senior member of Iran’s Expediency Council, said on Saturday that negotiations with the United States over the nuclear issue are “political, not legal.”
Speaking at Shahed University, Larijani argued that if the matter were purely legal, discussions would be with the International Atomic Energy Agency—not the US or European states.
He described negotiations as a tool that should serve national interests, stating, “If talks fail to ensure those interests, they lose their justification.”
Larijani concluded that while talks may or may not yield results, their success hinges entirely on the fairness and rationality of the opposing side.
“The reality behind many global rules and norms,” he added, “is not institutional order—but power.”
He emphasized that Washington today seeks to project its power and extend its influence globally, and this continues to define its behavior on the international stage.
Source: Al-Manar Website
