Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Baghaei says negotiations with the US could be pursued based on national interests; Intermediaries have shared messages with Tehran in recent days

The comments from the Iranian Foreign Ministry indicate a potential thaw in negotiations with the U.S., emphasizing a willingness to engage based on national interests.

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Mediators are continuing their efforts to prevent escalation, and we have received proposals from them, but we will not go into details now.
The memorandum of understanding is clear and there is no justification for its violation by the American side.

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This could influence regional stability, impacting assets like oil and gold, particularly if it leads to de-escalation in tensions. However, the insistence on adhering to existing agreements suggests ongoing complexities in any potential dialogue.

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