Iran: "Will Convey Stance to Mediators After Reviewing U.S. Demands"

▲ Esmail Baghaei, Spokesperson for Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Iran, which proposed a "7-day confidence-building plan" to open the Strait of Hormuz on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly, stated that after receiving a response from the U.S. side, it will review the issues raised by the U.S. and convey its position through mediating countries.

During a regular briefing on the 12th (local time), Esmail Baghaei, spokesperson for Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, stated, "We are currently reviewing the issues raised by the U.S. side, and as soon as the review is complete, we will convey our position through the mediators."

Spokesperson Baghaei confirmed that the exchange of messages between Iran and the U.S. is continuing through mediating nations such as Pakistan and Qatar, making the remarks.

Drawing a line, he stated, "The situation has not changed to the extent that we would flexibly yield on our rights," making it clear that while Iran will carefully review the U.S. proposal, it will not compromise on its core demands.

In particular, regarding the so-called "Iran's 7-day plan" mentioned at the recent UN General Assembly, he emphasized that "it reflects Iran's legitimate demands, including the lifting of the maritime blockade, a cessation of hostilities on all fronts, and the return of frozen Iranian assets."

Spokesperson Baghaei went on to urge, "These rights must be raised in any future negotiations, and the recent new sanctions imposed by the U.S. must also be lifted."

He also touched upon the core demands of the U.S. side.

Spokesperson Baghaei pointed out, "The U.S. claims that the Iranian nuclear issue is its primary concern," adding, "Despite repeatedly stating that it has already eliminated all of Iran's nuclear programs, the U.S. still displays a serious contradiction by expressing concern over the risk of Iran acquiring nuclear weapons."

Regarding the communication channels between the two countries, Spokesperson Baghaei stated, "Pakistan and Qatar continue to perform technical and practical mediating roles between Iran and the U.S."

In addition, he welcomed the efforts of friendly nations such as Russia, adding that the Iranian president once again explained Iran's 7-point plan and Iran's overall stance on the key issues to Russian President Vladimir Putin.

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