Iran denies nuclear policy shift amid regional security warnings

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Iranian officials have issued stern warnings regarding regional security and the country's nuclear stance. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi categorically denied reports that Tehran has shown flexibility on its nuclear program, despite indications from US officials that President Donald Trump might offer sanctions relief and the release of frozen assets in exchange for concrete nuclear progress.

Araghchi stated that Iran is prepared for both diplomacy and war, noting that a lack of trust remains a major barrier to negotiations. Iran has proposed a plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days and resume nuclear talks if the US lifts naval blockades and oil sanctions. Qatar is currently mediating discussions between the two nations.

Separately, Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warned that if Iran's security is not guaranteed, regional infrastructure—including oil facilities—could be at risk. He emphasized that Iran will not yield to US pressure or attempts to block maritime and trade routes.

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Abbas Araghchi · Abbas Araqchi · Donald Trump · Iran · Masoud Pezeshkian · Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf · Strait of Hormuz · United States · United States

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[○ 1 SOURCE] A US official indicated that Donald Trump is willing to offer sanctions relief and release frozen funds if Iran shows concrete progress on its nuclear program. www.cnnbrasil.com.br
[● 2 SOURCES] The Iranian Parliament Speaker warned that regional infrastructure is at risk if Iran's security is not guaranteed. spanish.almanar.com.lb
[● 2 SOURCES] Qatar is acting as a mediator to convey Iranian proposals to the United States. www.cnnbrasil.com.br
[○ 1 SOURCE] Iran proposed reopening the Strait of Hormuz within seven days and resuming nuclear talks in exchange for the lifting of naval blockades and oil sanctions. diario21.com.mx
[○ 1 SOURCE] The Iranian foreign minister stated that the country is prepared for both diplomatic engagement and military conflict. diario21.com.mx
[○ 1 SOURCE] Iran's foreign minister denied reports that the country has shown flexibility regarding its nuclear program. www.cnnbrasil.com.br