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Iran Rejects Nuclear Weapons, Seeks Fair Deal in Turkey Talks

Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi, during talks in Turkey, firmly stated that Iran has never sought nuclear weapons and is prepared for a fair and equitable nuclear agreement. He emphasized that Iran's defensive missile capabilities are absolutely non-negotiable and will not be discussed. Araghchi also expressed Iran's readiness for regional engagement to protect peace but rejected negotiations with the United States if conducted under the shadow of threats. The talks occurred amid heightened US-Iran tensions, with former US President Donald Trump having threatened military action.

Key Points: Iran FM: "Never Sought Nuclear Weapons," Open to Fair Nuclear Deal

  • Iran denies seeking nuclear weapons
  • Ready for fair nuclear deal talks
  • Missile capabilities are non-negotiable
  • Rejects negotiations under threat
  • Engaged with Turkey on regional stability
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"Iran has never sought nuclear weapons," FM Araghchi says

Iran's Foreign Minister, in Turkey talks, states Iran has never pursued nuclear weapons and is ready for a fair deal, while rejecting talks under threat.

"Iran has never sought nuclear weapons and is ready to embrace a fair and equitable nuclear deal - Seyed Abbas Araghchi"

New Delhi, January 31

Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi on Saturday held talks with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan.

Araghchi said that Iran is protecting peace and stability in the region.

In a post on X, he said, "Always pleased to engage with President Erdogan and FM Fidan on Iran-Turkiye bilateral relations and regional issues of common concern. In our conversations, I reiterated that Iran has never sought nuclear weapons and is ready to embrace a fair and equitable nuclear deal that meets the legitimate interests of our people; this includes ensuring 'No Nuclear Weapons' and guaranteeing the lifting of sanctions. Along with other brotherly neighbors, Turkiye has extended its good offices in pursuit of peace and stability in the region. The Islamic Republic of Iran is grateful for such efforts and welcomes them. Iran always stands ready to engage with regional states to protect peace and stability in our region and shield it from unlawful aggression," he said.

Araghchi said that Iran is ready for "fair and equitable" talks with the United States amid soaring tensions, as US President Donald Trump refused to rule out taking military action against Tehran, Al Jazeera reported.

On a visit to Turkiye on Friday, Araghchi told reporters that, "Iran has no problem with negotiations, but negotiations cannot take place under the shadow of threats".

"I should also state unequivocally that Iran's defensive and missile capabilities - and Iran's missiles - will never be the subject of any negotiations," Araghchi said during a news conference alongside his Turkish counterpart, Hakan Fidan.

"The security of the Iranian people is no one else's business, and we will preserve and expand our defensive capabilities to whatever extent is necessary to defend the country," Al Jazeera quoted him as saying.

Tensions have been rising for weeks between Tehran and Washington amid Trump's repeated threats to attack Iran over a recent crackdown on anti-government protests and his push to obliterate the Iranian nuclear programme.

- ANI

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Priya S
The statement about not negotiating under threat is very valid. No sovereign nation would. But the constant tension is bad for everyone. It affects oil prices and global trade, which hits our economy too. Hope dialogue prevails 🙏
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Aman W
Iran says it's ready for a "fair" deal but also says its missile program is non-negotiable. That's a bit contradictory, no? The whole point of past deals was to address the potential dual-use nature of their tech. Tough road ahead.
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Sarah B
Interesting to see Turkey playing mediator. From an Indian perspective, any de-escalation is good news. We have significant interests in the region - energy, Chabahar port, diaspora. A stable Iran is in our national interest.
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Vikram M
The FM's visit to Turkey shows regional powers are trying to sort things out without outside interference. That's a positive step. The US threats are unhelpful and only increase the risk of a miscalculation. Jai hind!
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Nisha Z
While I want to believe in peaceful intentions, the history is complex. As an Indian, my primary concern is the safety of our citizens in the Gulf and ensuring our energy supplies aren't disrupted. Hope diplomacy wins the day.

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