{"id":22737,"date":"2026-02-23T12:25:09","date_gmt":"2026-02-23T08:55:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ghodsnama.com\/snnnews_en\/48132057079736952414\/"},"modified":"2026-02-23T12:25:09","modified_gmt":"2026-02-23T08:55:09","slug":"48132057079736952414","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ghodsnama.com\/snnnews_en\/48132057079736952414\/","title":{"rendered":"Iran&#8217;s Stance: No Time to Waste in Negotiations as Western Officials Label Israel a Major Saboteur"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>According to reports from the International News Agency, the weekly press conference led by Esmail Baqaei, spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry, took place today at the Ministry&#8217;s headquarters.<\/p>\n<p>At the outset of the briefing, Baqaei expressed unawareness regarding Ali Larijani&#8217;s trip to Oman to deliver Iran&#8217;s proposal for negotiations.<\/p>\n<p>He stated that the European Union Council&#8217;s decision to label certain Iranian armed forces contravenes fundamental principles of international law. Baqaei emphasized that the Foreign Ministry&#8217;s statement was based on the Supreme National Security Council&#8217;s resolutions, asserting that this EU decision is unacceptable.<\/p>\n<p>Baqaei also commented on the military presence of 27 EU countries in the region, indicating it would be perceived differently.He stressed that most NPT member states advocate for global nuclear disarmament, while some nations, including the United States, continue to expand their nuclear arsenals.<\/p>\n<p>Baqaei firmly stated that the concept of surrender has no place in Iran, asserting that Iranians have no inclination towards capitulation. He emphasized that their confidence stems from a belief in Iran&#8217;s historical and civilizational legitimacy.<\/p>\n<p>Moreover, he noted that discussions of surrender contradict international law principles and that any interaction must be based on mutual understanding.Baqaei concluded by asserting that a nation committed to its dignity will remain steadfast on its path.<\/p>\n<p>He reiterated that Iran&#8217;s actions regarding the nuclear issue are based on decisions made by the Supreme National Security Council, with the Atomic Energy Organization and economic sectors presenting their views during negotiations.<\/p>\n<p>In response to a question from SNNTV, he clarified that no precondition for inspecting nuclear facilities has been presented in negotiations and that Iran is fully aware of its commitments to the agency.He mentioned that inspections of peaceful nuclear facilities occurred in 2025, highlighting Iran&#8217;s comprehensive cooperation with the agency. Baqaei noted that there is no established method for addressing damaged facilities, marking the first instance where nuclear installations have been targeted by a foreign country.<\/p>\n<p>Baqaei articulated that the core principle of implementing the Additional Protocol voluntarily is to demonstrate the peaceful nature of Iran&#8217;s nuclear activities. He added that Iran adhered to the Additional Protocol voluntarily during the implementation of the JCPOA, showcasing their experience in this matter.He firmly stated that Iran is not seeking to buy time in negotiations and sees no benefit in prolonging discussions. Baqaei expressed readiness to continue negotiations consecutively to achieve results, emphasizing the urgency of acting swiftly to lift sanctions.<\/p>\n<p>Regarding relations with Afghanistan, he highlighted that mutual respect and shared interests underpin their relationship, addressing critical issues such as trafficking, drugs, and water management.<\/p>\n<p>Baqaei remarked that recognizing the Taliban is a political matter, and the announcement will be made once a definitive conclusion is reached.He pointed out that Israeli officials have repeatedly stated their intent to dominate the entire region, asserting that for Israel, there is no distinction between Shia and Sunni.<\/p>\n<p>Baqaei affirmed that any agreement must align with the interests of the Iranian people, underlining the diplomatic mission&#8217;s duty to safeguard national interests. He stressed the importance of the opposing side recognizing that Iran&#8217;s nuclear program is peaceful despite all falsehoods.He concluded by stating that there has been no deviation in the nuclear program over the past two decades, with activities conducted under the agency&#8217;s oversight.<\/p>\n<p>Baqaei addressed the psychological warfare faced by the Iranian people, asserting that life in Iran continues normally despite unprecedented psychological pressure. He remarked that the narrative created about Iran&#8217;s situation is misleading, as everyday life persists.He asserted that there is no such thing as a &#8216;limited attack,&#8217; declaring that any act of aggression is recognized as such by any state, which has the right to respond decisively in self-defense. Baqaei emphasized that the primary element in sanction relief negotiations is the actions that must be taken by the United States, alongside transparent measures from Iran to ensure its nuclear program remains non-military.He noted that human rights in Iran have suffered due to sanctions, with the U.S. explicitly stating that the goal of sanctions is to pressure all Iranian citizens. Baqaei highlighted that such admissions reflect America&#8217;s accountability at all levels.<\/p>\n<p>He reassured that Iran will not be swayed by threats and will steadfastly pursue its national interests, stating that previous experiences will not be forgotten. Baqaei indicated that while negotiating, Iran&#8217;s military forces will remain vigilant.He mentioned that they are drafting proposals for any potential agreement, signifying seriousness in negotiations. Baqaei acknowledged that the American side also has its viewpoints.<\/p>\n<p>Responding to a question about whether Iran&#8217;s proposals would reach the American side before negotiations commence, he emphasized the necessity of dialogue. In reaction to claims about Iran&#8217;s proximity to developing a nuclear weapon, he dismissed these assertions as unfounded and reiterated that Iran&#8217;s nuclear program is peaceful and supervised by the International Atomic Energy Agency.He noted that the participation of IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi in the next round of negotiations is under consideration, affirming Iran&#8217;s commitment to cooperating with the agency as mandated by parliamentary law. Baqaei confirmed that discussions regarding visits to damaged sites are part of the agreement with the agency and that Iran maintains continuous communication for nuclear cooperation.Lastly he expressed concern over tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan advocating for dialogue and diplomatic efforts to resolve differences. Baqaei reiterated Iran&#8217;s readiness to prevent escalation and expressed hope for a resolution through conversation.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In a recent press briefing, the spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry highlighted the destructive role of the Israeli regime in international matters, with Western officials categorizing it as a significant disruptor.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":572,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[64],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-22737","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-palestine"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ghodsnama.com\/api\/wp\/v2\/posts\/22737","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ghodsnama.com\/api\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ghodsnama.com\/api\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ghodsnama.com\/api\/wp\/v2\/users\/572"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ghodsnama.com\/api\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=22737"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ghodsnama.com\/api\/wp\/v2\/posts\/22737\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ghodsnama.com\/api\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=22737"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ghodsnama.com\/api\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=22737"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ghodsnama.com\/api\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=22737"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}