WANA (Jun 17) – Iran’s plans for the upcoming Geneva summit remain unchanged, according to the spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

 

Esmaeil Baghaei, The spokesperson announced that, as of now, there have been no adjustments to Iran’s scheduled program for the Geneva meeting.

 

Furthermore, addressing the potential signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the presidents of the two countries, he stated: “This idea has been raised and is still under consideration.”

 

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson also announced that the United States has committed to removing obstacles preventing the release of Iran’s frozen assets, noting that a portion of the negotiations on the matter has already been conducted.

 

“For us, the priority is regaining access to the assets belonging to the Iranian nation,” the spokesperson stated, adding that the specific mechanism for releasing the funds remains part of Washington’s obligations.

 

The official emphasized that Iran’s current focus is centered on bringing an end to the ongoing war. According to the spokesperson, it has been agreed that formal negotiations regarding the lifting of sanctions and the nuclear issue will commence immediately following the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU).

 

Restoring Maritime Traffic in the Strait of Hormuz

The spokesperson stated that Iran has committed to restoring maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz to its normal status within a specified timeframe. Emphasizing Iran’s sovereignty over the strategic waterway, the official noted, “This is our own responsibility, and there will be no need for the participation or intervention of other parties.”

 

To establish a management mechanism for the Strait of Hormuz and its maritime services, Iran and Oman will be working in close cooperation.

 

Ceasefire as a Prerequisite for Negotiations

The spokesperson further emphasized that proceeding with any broader negotiations is strictly conditional upon the implementation of existing commitments.

 

“Both sides have committed to a permanent and immediate cessation of the war across all fronts, particularly in Lebanon,” the spokesperson said, concluding that “this is crucial for us to transition into the next phase.”