WANA (Oct 14) – The Iranian Foreign Minister stated that the indirect negotiations between Iran and the United States have halted due to the specific situation in the region.

 

Seyed Abbas Araqchi, the Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran, who is currently in Muscat, spoke about regional issues and the indirect negotiations between Iran and the U.S.

 

Araqchi, commenting on his trip to Oman, said: “The trip to Muscat is related to regional matters and consultations regarding what is happening in the region. We are fully prepared for any scenario, but we certainly do not seek increased tensions or war.”

 

He also stated: “On this matter, we shared views with our friends in Oman, and the discussions I had with my Omani counterpart were very useful and constructive.”

 

Regarding the “Muscat Process,” Araqchi added: “Oman has always been a great help in solving regional problems, and it has also played a positive role in facilitating negotiations or delivering messages between Iran and the U.S.”

 

The Iranian Foreign Minister emphasized that “this role has existed in the past, even during the previous administration, and it is known as the Muscat Process.”

 

He continued: “At present, the Muscat Process is halted due to the specific regional conditions, and we do not see a platform for these talks at the moment. We need to overcome the current crisis first, and only then will we decide whether to resume or how the process will unfold.”

 

This senior Iranian diplomat clarified that “there has been no contact during this trip,” but added: “As for messages being conveyed to other countries, yes, in all consultations and discussions in the region, I have clearly communicated Iran’s positions and asked that they be conveyed to all parties. The U.S. needs to know Iran’s stance, as do the European countries and regional states. Our position is clear and has been reiterated many times.”

 

In this regard, Araqchi stressed: “As we have said repeatedly, we do not want war or conflict, although we are fully prepared for it. We believe diplomacy must work to prevent a major crisis in the region.”