Iran Signals Conditional Talks With U.S. on Nuclear Issue, Vows to Protect National Interests

News Desk

By News Desk


Published: 04/02/2026

Iran’s president has signaled a cautious approach to resuming talks with the United States saying any negotiations must proceed in a way that protects Tehran’s national interests.

President Masoud Pezeshkian has instructed his foreign minister to prepare for dialogue with Washington but he stressed that talks must only take place under conditions that respect Iran’s dignity sovereignty and security.

The discussions are expected to focus on Iran’s nuclear programme a long-standing point of contention. Tehran insists that negotiations should be fair and equitable free from coercion and aligned with the country’s strategic priorities.

The announcement comes amid heightened regional tensions and signals pressure from both domestic and international actors to find a diplomatic solution. The United States has also indicated readiness to engage while maintaining that consequences will follow if no agreement is reached.

Details on the timing and format of the talks are still unclear but the move is being seen as a potential step toward easing regional tensions and opening a path for more constructive engagement between the two nations.

As Iran moves carefully the world watches closely hoping that dialogue may prevent further escalation and bring stability to a volatile region.

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