Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announced that they see the dilution of highly enriched uranium only within Iranian territory as the sole acceptable solution in the ongoing nuclear deadlock with the United States.
Araghchi stated that sensitive topics regarding uranium enrichment limits and existing stockpiles have been deferred to the second phase of negotiations. Thus, while Tehran will address technical details later, it has maintained its position on the main framework.
No Permanent Phase Without Completion of Interim Agreement
The Iranian minister emphasized that they will not move to permanent peace talks without the full implementation of all provisions of the interim agreement. These conditions include the lifting of the US naval blockade and the end of conflicts.
Tehran's approach shows that while continuing to seek an agreement on the nuclear file, it is also drawing a clear political line against restrictions on maritime transport. Araghchi argued that a comprehensive compromise is only possible with the full fulfillment of mutual obligations.
Struggle Over Strait of Hormuz Authority Is the Toughest Issue on the Table
Another key point highlighted in the report was the dispute over control of the Strait of Hormuz. Araghchi stated that Iran considers this waterway as its absolute sovereign territory, shared only with Oman.
The Iranian side also indicated that returning to previous international or Western-led management models of the strait is not on the agenda. This stance stands out as one of the issues keeping regional maritime security tensions alive.
Narrative Differences Between Washington and Tehran
The text also mentioned that US President Donald Trump announced the framework of the agreement with positive remarks and suggested preparations for a signing ceremony in Europe. However, the Iranian side softened the narrative that a final agreement had been confirmed.
Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Ismail Bekayi described claims of a completed agreement as speculation and said final approval has not been given. This created a clear difference between the narratives presented to the public by the two sides.
Cautious Language Prevails Amid Ongoing Diplomatic Contacts
The report shows that cautious language has dominated statements from both sides following the talks. Iran reiterated that it will address technical issues later and will not move to the permanent phase without completing all provisions of the interim agreement.
Within this framework, Araghchi's remarks have brought back into focus a broader negotiation area in the nuclear file that includes not only technical but also sovereignty and maritime security dimensions.
