Why Oman Was Chosen for Iran’s Response to the U.S.
WANA (Mar 28) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi stated that most reports about the content of the U.S. letter are based on speculation and assumptions. “It is natural that certain diplomatic exchanges take place,” he said.
He added: “The Americans sent a letter, which was thoroughly examined and discussed in Iran. Its dimensions were analyzed, and an appropriate response was prepared and sent to the U.S. side in recent days.”
Araqchi noted that the U.S. letter contained both threats and a diplomatic opening. “They received a response proportionate to their threats while also leaving room for diplomacy. We have never closed the door to diplomacy and never will, but we remain skeptical of their intentions, as we have heard contradictory statements from them.”
He emphasized, “This is why we carefully and cautiously assess every request. Any diplomatic opening is met with distrust, but if opportunities arise, we will consider them.”
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Regarding why Iran chose Oman as the intermediary for delivering its response, Araqchi explained: “Oman has played this role in the past, both during the JCPOA negotiations and in interactions during the late President Raisi’s administration.”
He continued: “We have had a positive experience with Oman and trust its goodwill. The two countries share strong and mutually understanding relations.”
“Choosing Oman as the intermediary was a completely natural decision,” Araqchi concluded.
