SAEDNEWS: Reports indicate that Iran and the United States are preparing to restart diplomatic talks despite significant mistrust and lingering tensions following the recent 12-day conflict. However, the path to a successful agreement remains uncertain amid deep disagreements and geopolitical pressures.
The Iranian newspaper Etemad conducted an interview with Rahman Ghahremanpour, an expert on international affairs.
According to Saed News citing Etemad, here are excerpts from the conversation:
Based on information received from multiple sources, it appears that reports about the possible resumption of negotiations between Iran and the United States are accurate. Iran seems determined to return to the negotiating table with the goal of preserving diplomatic channels and preventing a complete shutdown of dialogue.
It remains unclear whether the United States will accept Iran's conditions and proposals.
Evidence suggests that negotiations will begin soon; however, given the profound differences between the two sides and the heightened atmosphere of distrust within Iran following the 12-day war, optimism about the success of the talks is limited.
The current conditions for reaching an agreement appear considerably more difficult than they were before the 12-day conflict.
A renewed military attack could increase Iran’s motivation to develop nuclear weapons.
The reimposition of sanctions and the placement of Iran under Chapter VII of the United Nations Charter could also cause even Iran’s friendly countries — such as China, the UAE, and Turkey, who are key trade partners — to hesitate in expanding cooperation or supporting Iran in international organizations.
These countries may, as in the past, refrain from assisting Iran in mitigating the effects of sanctions, which would double the pressure on Iran.
