Dangerous Mideast logjam first requires lubrication by US for its release
Claims are that some of Iran’s leaders think Donald Trump could be reelected next year and therefore some kind of negotiation over a “deal” with the US may be necessary in the next year to obviate six more years of odious sanctions, which have had a marked impact on Iran’s economy.
It is difficult to expect Iran to renew its commitments: Falk
Richard Anderson Falk, professor emeritus of international law at Princeton University, says “Both Iran and the United States have rather firm positions.”
Zarif to brief key parl. cmte. on his European tour: Zonnour
Chairman of Parliament’s security committee said that Iranian Foreign Minister Zarif will attend the committee’s session and brief the MPs on his recent tour to some European countries.
If Europe fails to abide by commitments, Iran will further reduce JCPOA commitments
In a telephone conversation with French President Emmanuel Macron on Saturday, President Hassan Rouhani said Iran will further reduce its commitments under the JCPOA if Europe does not abide by its obligations under the deal.
Rouhani, Macron waiting for conclusion to bilateral talks
Chief of Staff of Iranian President Mahmoud Vaezi, noting the two-hour long phone conversation between Iranian and French presidents on Sat., said both sides are looking forward to a conclusion to their talks.
Iran determined in taking nuclear deal steps: envoy to IAEA
Iran’s ambassador to the IAEA Kazem Gharib-Abadi reiterated Tehran’s stance on reducing commitments under the 2015 nuclear deal, saying complete obligation to the deal entails full compliance by all parties.
Belt-Road Initiative brings greater economic growth: FM Zarif
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, while voicing Iran's support for China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), said the program brings greater economic connectivity to participating countries.
JCPOA Must Stay If US Wants Talks with Iran: EU
European Union Foreign Policy Chief Federica Mogherini said Thursday that the bloc would back talks between the US and Tehran, but only if the current nuclear deal with Iran is preserved.
US Should Return to JCPOA If It Wants Talks: Iran’s FM
Iran’s foreign minister said on Thursday that Washington should honor its obligations under the 2015 nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers if it wants to meet for talks.
Iranian, Malaysian FMs Meet in Kuala Lumpur
Foreign Minister of Iran Mohammad Javad Zarif held talks with his Malaysian counterpart in Kuala Lumpur on a wide range of issues.