Iran ‘prepared’ for war but open to US talks as hundreds reported killed in protests
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Key Points:
- The European Parliament has banned all Iranian diplomatic staff from its premises in response to ongoing anti-regime protests in Iran, with its president condemning the regime's use of torture and repression.
- Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi expressed willingness to negotiate with the US on "fair and dignified" terms, emphasizing Iran's right to uranium enrichment, while also warning that Iran is prepared for war.
- Protests in Iran have entered their third week amid a violent government crackdown, with reports of nearly 500 civilian deaths and over 100 security force casualties, alongside a widespread communications blackout.
- Ethnic minority groups, including Kurds and Baloch, have voiced support for the protests, raising concerns about potential ethnic unrest and regional instability involving
