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Iran deputy FM says ‘ready to move forward’ in deal with US
Al Jazeera • • world
Key Points:
- Iran’s deputy foreign minister Saeed Khatibzadeh stated Tehran is willing to continue diplomatic talks with the US if Washington respects their agreement and ensures Israel adheres to the terms of the memorandum of understanding (MoU).
- Scheduled talks between the US and Iran in Switzerland were called off, reportedly due to intensified fighting between Israel and Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, which has resulted in at least 47 deaths.
- Khatibzadeh condemned Israeli attacks in Lebanon, emphasizing that peace in the region requires ending Israel’s occupation and compliance with international law, as outlined in the MoU.
- Iran will maintain navigation services in the Strait of Hormuz without imposing passage fees during the 60-day agreement period but plans to introduce a new management mechanism afterward.
- Both Iran and Hezbollah indicated that further negotiations depend on a ceasefire in Lebanon, with Israel’s ambassador to the US affirming Israel’s commitment to an immediate ceasefire if Hezbollah halts hostilities.
