Iran set to engage in discussions to revive the nuclear deal with the European trio on January 13

Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi announced to reporters on Wednesday that talks are set to resume in Geneva, Switzerland, on January 13.

A government representative stated that the nation would refrain from speculating on the results of the discussions, emphasizing, “We do not support making forecasts and must observe the developments as the talks progress.”

The official refuted claims of an ongoing “negotiation” process between Tehran and European nations, clarifying that while discussions are planned, formal negotiations have not commenced.

Gharibabadi indicated that the upcoming discussions aim to clarify existing issues and engage in further consultations. This process will determine the frameworks and methods for potential negotiations, should they occur.

Since 2018, the two parties have been engaged in intermittent negotiations following the United States’ unilateral and controversial withdrawal from a landmark nuclear agreement involving Iran and major global powers. This decision, taken under the administration of then-President Donald Trump, reinstated sanctions against the Islamic Republic, which have been deemed illegal by some international observers.

The three individuals subsequently fell short of fulfilling their commitment to re-engage Washington in the agreement.

In response to the counter-party’s failure to adhere to its commitments, Tehran has embarked on a series of retaliatory measures in its nuclear program, notably by deploying advanced centrifuges.

The nation has intensified its measures in reaction to the persistent refusal of other parties to fulfill their commitments.

Earlier this year, European nations advanced a US-proposed resolution critical of Iran to the International Atomic Energy Agency’s (IAEA) Board of Governors. The resolution received approval from the board.

In a statement last month, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi issued a sharp rebuke to certain members of the Board of Governors, accusing them of engaging in “unconstructive measures” that thwarted significant advancements during the November visit of IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi to Iran. The visit aimed to make headway on unresolved matters regarding the agency’s Comprehensive Safeguards Agreement, but these efforts were impeded, according to Araghchi’s comments.

The Islamic Republic has pledged to reciprocate any constructive actions taken by other signatories of the nuclear agreement, signaling a willingness to engage positively if similar measures are observed.