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Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei stated on Monday that Tehran would consider resuming cooperation with the United States only if there was a fundamental change in U.S. policies in the Middle East, particularly regarding support for Israel. “If they fully abandon backing the Zionist regime, withdraw their military bases from the region, and stop meddling here, then we can think about cooperation,” Khamenei explained. He emphasized that “The United States’ arrogance leaves no room but for total submission.”
In June, Israel initiated an extensive bombing campaign against Iran, leading to a brief conflict involving the U.S. which targeted Iranian nuclear sites. The 12-day clashes, including missile and drone strikes by Iran in response, disrupted nuclear negotiations that had commenced in April between Tehran and Washington. A ceasefire has been in place since June 24.
Khamenei added that a nation’s strength discourages enemies, asserting that “If Iran grows stronger and opponents realize that attacking a powerful nation results in losses rather than gains, the country will develop immunity.” Iran remains under strict international sanctions, particularly following the U.S. withdrawal from a key nuclear deal in 2018 and the reimposition of sanctions. The UN reimposed sanctions in September after Britain, France, and Germany activated the “snapback” mechanism.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, in a recent interview with Al Jazeera, indicated Tehran’s readiness to negotiate with Washington solely on its nuclear program and rejected talks on missile capabilities. “We are prepared to start negotiations whenever the Americans show genuine interest and come to the table with equal footing and mutual respect. But neither side is in a hurry,” he said.
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