Iran's Araqchi says Tehran remains ready for negotiations with US 'based on mutual respect'
Iran’s foreign minister says Tehran is open to U.S. talks based on mutual respect, but warns it is prepared for military confrontation if necessary.
Reuters
January 8, 2026
Iranian Foreign minister Abbas Araqchi poses with Deputy Head of Lebanon's Supreme Islamic Shi'ite Council Sheikh Ali al-Khatib in Hazmieh, Lebanon January 8, 2026.
Mohamed Azakir/Reuters
Tehran remains open to negotiations with the United States as long as they are based on "mutual respect and interests," but it is also ready for war if that is Washington's intent, Iran's foreign minister said on Thursday (January 8).
Abbas Araqchi, speaking during a press conference in Beirut, added that the purpose of his visit to Lebanon was to discuss Israel's "challenges and threats" to regional security, as well as expanding bilateral ties.
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