WANA (Oct 18) – The Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced in a statement that Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty held separate phone calls with Seyed Abbas Araqchi, Iran’s Foreign Minister; Rafael Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA); and Steve Witkoff, the U.S. Special Envoy for Middle East Affairs, to discuss developments related to Iran’s nuclear issue.

 

According to the statement released on Saturday, these consultations come as part of Egypt’s ongoing efforts to support security, stability, and de-escalation in the region, and to build on the momentum created following the Cairo Agreement signed between Iran and the IAEA on September 9.

 

During the conversations, the parties reportedly emphasized the need to continue efforts aimed at reducing tensions, fostering mutual trust, and creating the conditions for resuming negotiations between Iran and the United States toward reaching a comprehensive agreement on Iran’s nuclear program — one that considers the interests of all parties and contributes to regional security and stability.

 

The statement added that the officials agreed to maintain coordination and consultations and to examine proposals aimed at achieving tangible progress in this regard.

Cairo Agreement between Iran and IAEA

Cairo Agreement between Iran and IAEA. Social media/ WANA News Agency