Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson: Currently Focused on Finalizing a Memorandum of Understanding with the US

Odaily Planet Daily News Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei stated that efforts are currently focused on finalizing a Memorandum of Understanding with the United States, adding that the current mediation process with the US is "time-consuming and laborious" because the hostility from the US dates back decades. "We discussed some points and wordings where differences still exist, and put forward proposals, some of which are still under consideration as parties express their views," Baghaei was quoted as saying by the Islamic Republic News Agency. Baghaei also thanked Pakistan for its mediation efforts.

Esmaeil Baghaei stated that Iran has decided to focus negotiations on ending wars across all fronts, including Lebanon. The details of the nuclear issue will not be discussed at this stage; whether discussions on the nuclear issue will begin after 30 days or 60 days is a matter for later. (Jin Shi)