Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said that negotiations on a final agreement will not begin if threats against Iran continue. His remarks came in a statement shared on social media, where he stressed that diplomatic progress depends on mutual respect and adherence to existing commitments. Abbas Araghchi said final agreement talks will not begin under threats, reinforcing Tehran’s long-standing position.
Araghchi stated that millions of Iranians demonstrated national unity by attending the funeral of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. He said the large public gathering reflected the country’s solidarity during a sensitive period and showed that the Iranian people remain united despite external pressure.
The Iranian foreign minister added that neither the Iranian public nor the country’s armed forces would be influenced by threats. According to him, Iran’s policies are guided by national interests rather than pressure from foreign governments, and intimidation would not change Tehran’s approach.
Millions of proud Iranians rallied in unity to honor Grand Ayatollah Khamenei and his legacy. Neither them nor our Brave Armed Forces are moved by any threats.
Para 13 of the MoU is clear: Negotiations on final Deal will not commence if threats continue Honor your signature. pic.twitter.com/uQ7OoFyp8U
— Seyed Abbas Araghchi (@araghchi) July 7, 2026
Referring to the memorandum of understanding, Araghchi said Clause 13 clearly states that negotiations on a final agreement cannot begin while threats continue. He emphasized that all parties should honor the commitments they have already accepted instead of creating additional obstacles to diplomacy.
The statement comes at a time when diplomatic efforts surrounding Iran’s nuclear issue remain uncertain. International stakeholders have continued to explore possibilities for future negotiations, but disagreements over security concerns and confidence-building measures have slowed progress.
Although Araghchi did not identify any country directly in his statement, his remarks underline Iran’s insistence that negotiations should take place in an atmosphere free from coercion. Iranian officials have repeatedly argued that constructive dialogue requires respect for agreed principles and reciprocal commitments.
The latest comments signal that Tehran remains committed to diplomacy but expects all sides to fulfill their obligations before formal negotiations on a comprehensive agreement can move forward. Observers believe future developments will depend on whether tensions ease and confidence between the parties improves.
