An Iranian official has called on the United States to recognize Tehran’s genuine commitment to resolving differences through dialogue, emphasizing the importance of continued nuclear negotiations between the two nations.
Speaking on condition of anonymity, the official highlighted that Iran has demonstrated flexibility and a constructive approach in the fifth round of indirect talks with the U.S., aiming to provide assurances about the peaceful nature of its nuclear program and to achieve the effective lifting of sanctions.
“If Washington is truly concerned about our nuclear activities, it should welcome our willingness to engage in talks, rather than supporting efforts to undermine our peaceful nuclear industry,” the official said, alluding to perceived external pressures on the negotiations.
The official criticized the U.S. stance as contradictory, pointing out that while the U.S. demands a complete shutdown of Iran’s nuclear industry, it offers no practical or reliable proposals for sanctions relief. This, he argued, has fundamentally altered the nature of the discussions and undermined the basis for meaningful dialogue.
He further stressed that Washington’s persistent demands for Iran to halt uranium enrichment are a deliberate move to derail the talks, knowing that Iran considers enrichment a non-negotiable aspect of its national independence and sovereignty.
“Defending our right to enrichment is, in fact, defending our national sovereignty and territorial integrity against any foreign threats or aggression,” the official stated.
The official also expressed concerns that prolonged delays in the negotiations are due to the U.S.’s inability to effectively lift the complex layers of sanctions imposed on Iran. He noted that U.S. representatives have repeatedly avoided submitting reasonable and practical proposals, causing frustration on the Iranian side.
“There is a growing sense among observers that the push for talks is part of a broader psychological campaign, rather than a sincere effort to reach an agreement,” he added.
