Iran’s Foreign Minister Optimistic About Nuclear Deal
September 1, 2014Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif on Monday voiced optimism that a dispute over Tehran’s nuclear program can be resolved by a November 24 deadline, Reuters reports.
Zarif’s comments came after talks with European Union foreign policy chief Catherine Ashton.
“I am quite optimistic after discussions with Lady Ashton that we can in fact resolve this issue in time,” Zarif said after what he described as “good” talks with Ashton, according to Reuters.
“I hope with the readiness and political will that I see in all parties to this discussion to have a resolution within the next three months,” he told a news conference following separate talks with Belgian Foreign Minister Didier Reynders.
However, Zarif cautioned that reaching an agreement “requires political will, it requires full awareness of the need to address the issues rather than simply domestic constituencies.”
Iran and Western powers continue talks on a permanent nuclear deal, as a follow-up to an interim deal that was reached in November.
The interim deal was set to expire on July 20, but the sides recently committed to a four-month negotiating extension through November 24, after they were unable to reach a permanent deal by the original deadline.
Western countries suspect Iran’s program is aimed at seeking the capability to build a nuclear bomb, while Tehran insists it is peaceful.
The next round of talks between the six powers and Iran is scheduled to be held on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York later in September.
Only several weeks ago Zarif was pessimistic that Tehran would reach a final nuclear deal by the November deadline, as saying that even if a general agreement is reached before the deadline, the two sides will require more time to discuss details.
Zarif said the talks could “quickly” reach a conclusion if world powers show “strong will.” He said the other side has moved cautiously over the past few months but that the negotiations are making progress.
During the talks, Iran has consistently insisted that it will never give up on what it sees as its right to uranium enrichment.
Similar posts
-
Israel Is Held To A Higher Standard Than Any Country
April 25, 2024In the intricate tapestry of global affairs, one nation stands out for enduring scrutiny and condem...
-
Israel Has The Most Moral Military In The World
April 10, 2024In the heart of a region often riddled with conflict, Israel stands out not only for its technologi...
-
The Resilience of the Israeli People
April 2, 2024Visitors from around the world have seen Hamas's October 7th Massacre's destruction in southern Isr...
-
Israel: Small Size, Big Impact
March 21, 2024Nestled along the eastern edge of the Mediterranean Sea, Israel is a land of immense historical sig...
-
Israelis Are Fighting For Their Lives
February 21, 2024By Jonathan S. Tobin The world looks a lot different from Kibbutz Kfar Aza than it does in the U...
-
Over 2 Million Arabs Live In Israel
January 23, 2024In the complex landscape of the Middle East, where diverse cultures and identities intersect, Israe...
-
'Fauda' Star Idan Amedi Injured Fighting in Gaza
January 8, 2024Despite the severity of his injuries, Amedi's father assured Israeli news channels that his life is...
-
Israel Is A Great Country To Live In
December 28, 2023Nestled at the crossroads of the Middle East, Israel stands as a vibrant and dynamic nation, offeri...
