Tehran affirms its ongoing negotiations with the United States via intermediaries, highlighting diplomacy as a top priority while maintaining full readiness for defense. Iran's Ambassador to Thailand, Nasser Eddine Haidari, confirmed that talks are proceeding through mediating parties. He noted
the primary concern revolves around the extent of the American side's commitment to fulfilling its obligations. Haidari emphasized diplomacy remains the preferred option, yet Iran stands ready to defend its homeland. Separately, the Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council,
Mohsen Rezaee, previously underscored Washington's need to end the conflict and release frozen Iranian funds. He also urged an end to hostilities across the region, including Lebanon and Gaza, indicating other conditions were conveyed to the American side through mediators.
This develops amidst the U.S. Central Command's expressed readiness to resume strikes on Iranian infrastructure if deemed necessary, further complicating the situation and keeping the option of military confrontation open.
