In an interview with Japanese media, Takht-Ravanchi emphasized that Iran would agree to certain restrictions for a set period of time in exchange for the lifting of sanctions, adding that Tehran could accept temporary limits on its peaceful nuclear activities as part of a “win-win and fair agreement.”
According to Kyodo, nuclear talks between Iran and the United States have stalled due to sharp disagreements — the U.S. demands that Iran end uranium enrichment, while Tehran opposes such a measure. On the eve of the sixth round of negotiations, mediated by Oman, Iran came under what it described as “aggressive attacks” by the Zionist regime, with the U.S. joining in by bombing three of Iran’s nuclear facilities.
Takht-Ravanchi did not specify the level to which enrichment could be reduced. He again rejected any halt to uranium enrichment inside Iran, saying, “It is off the table.”
“Iran can be flexible regarding capacities and enrichment limits, but under no circumstances can we agree to zero enrichment on Iranian soil. This is a vital issue, and we must rely on ourselves, not empty promises. It is simple and clear: if the U.S. insists on zero enrichment, there will be no agreement,” he stressed.
Takht-Ravanchi said that the United States of deceived Iran by pretending to negotiate in good faith. “Iran is ready for talks,” he said, “but the U.S. must clarify whether it seeks a genuine win-win dialogue or intends to impose its will.”
The senior diplomat also called for explanations over the recent attacks on Iran, saying such clarification is “vital for an honest dialogue.” While he noted that seeking compensation is not a precondition for future talks, he said Iran would raise the issue during negotiations. He described the attacks on Iran’s nuclear facilities as illegal, causing significant damage, and affirmed, “We are entitled to demand compensation.”
He added that for talks to continue, the U.S. must guarantee that Iran will not be attacked during negotiations. Takht-Ravanchi also announced that restrictions on Iran’s missile program “are also of the table.”
Despite heightened tensions, he said diplomatic channels remain open, reiterating Iran’s readiness for dialogue, but warning that new threats from the U.S. would meet with “firm responses.”
Regarding the European “Troika” and their August deadline for triggering a snapback of sanctions, Takht-Ravanchi described such threats as “unilateral” but confirmed Tehran’s willingness to continue talks with European powers.
He reiterated that Iran’s nuclear program will remain peaceful and that Tehran is prepared to cooperate with the UN nuclear watchdog to ensure safe and transparent inspections, including at facilities damaged in recent attacks, under a new agreement to be reached with the IAEA.
Iran maintains that its nuclear activities serve civilian purposes, such as energy production and medical research, while Western nations have long alleged that Tehran is seeking the capability to produce nuclear weapons. In June, the Zionist regime and the United States carried out what Iran described as “aggressive attacks” on its sovereignty and territorial integrity. Iran responded the attacks by “Operation True Promise iii.”
Many civilians – more than a thousand – were killed in airstrikes by Israel on residential areas.
