Iran Blames US for Failed Pakistan Talks
Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
TLDR
- Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi blamed the United States for the failure of Pakistan-mediated talks between the two countries.
- Araghchi stated that the US approach, with excessive demands, caused the talks to fail despite initial progress.
- The cancellation of a planned visit by US special envoys and Iran's dispatch of a written message via Pakistan further complicated the situation.
As Iran's Foreign Minister, I must express our profound disappointment with the outcome of the recent talks in Pakistan. The United States' maximalist approach and unreasonable demands ultimately derailed what could have been a crucial step forward. Despite clear signs of progress, Washington's insistence on unrealistic concessions made reaching a mutual agreement impossible.
This failure is not ours. We came to the table in good faith, seeking constructive dialogue on critical issues like the nuclear program and regional security. Our willingness to engage was evident in the messages we conveyed through Pakistan, addressing the Strait of Hormuz and proposing a phased approach to nuclear discussions. Yet, these efforts were met with intransigence.
Pendekatan Amerika Serikat menyebabkan putaran perundingan sebelumnya, meskipun ada kemajuan, gagal mencapai tujuannya karena tuntutan yang berlebihan.
The cancellation of the planned visit by US special envoys, including Jared Kushner, further signals a lack of serious commitment from the American side. While President Trump claims the door remains open, his administration's actions suggest otherwise. This pattern of mixed signals and unfulfilled intentions is deeply concerning for regional stability.
Our relationship with Russia, as exemplified by my current visit to Saint Petersburg for discussions with Foreign Minister Lavrov and President Putin, remains strong and based on mutual consultation. We will continue to coordinate on regional matters, seeking partners who engage with genuine respect and a commitment to diplomacy, unlike the current US posture.
Iran tetap dapat menghubungi Amerika Serikat jika ingin melanjutkan dialog.
Originally published by Tempo in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.