Iran's Foreign Minister Discusses New Proposal with Asian and European Counterparts

Kathmandu. Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has exchanged information about a new proposal prepared with the aim of ending the ongoing conflict with the United States with his counterparts in various Asian and European countries.

In separate telephone talks held on Friday and Saturday, he discussed the regional situation with officials from countries including Turkey, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Iraq, Azerbaijan, Russia, South Korea, Japan, France, and Italy, and also discussed potential ceasefires with Washington. He also consulted with the European Union's foreign policy chief.

According to a statement issued by Iran's Foreign Ministry, Araghchi said that American and Israeli military activities have increased insecurity in the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz region. He claimed that Iran did not start the war, and made it clear that Iran is open to a diplomatic solution if the United States abandons its hardline policies, threatening rhetoric, and provocative actions.

He also mentioned that Iran's armed forces are fully prepared to face any potential threat. He also praised the 'constructive role' played by some regional countries in promoting diplomatic initiatives and preventing escalation of tension.

On February 28, Israel and the United States launched joint attacks on various cities including Tehran, in which Iran's then-Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, high military commanders, and ordinary citizens lost their lives. In response, Iran launched missile and drone attacks on areas of Israeli and American interest.

Although a ceasefire was implemented on April 8, the subsequent talks between Iranian and American delegations in Islamabad failed to reach any agreement. According to Iran's state news agency, Iran has advanced a new negotiation proposal through Pakistan.