Iran Ready to Explore Diplomatic Path Once Israel’s Aggression Ceases

Iran is ready to ‘explore’ a return to diplomacy once Israel halts its aggression, stated Iranian Foreign Minister and lead nuclear negotiator Abbas Araghchi on June 20, 2025, following his meeting with European representatives in Geneva. ‘We support the continuation of talks with the E3 (Germany, France, and the UK) and the European Union,’ Araghchi told reporters after discussions that followed the onset of Israeli attacks. The foreign ministers of Germany, France, and the UK, along with the head of EU diplomacy, met with Araghchi just a week after Israel launched airstrikes targeting Iran’s nuclear program. Despite ongoing tensions, both sides expressed willingness for further negotiations. German Foreign Minister Johann Wandtful emphasized a positive outcome, noting Iran’s readiness to continue discussing key issues. Meanwhile, French Foreign Minister Jean Noël Barre stressed that military solutions cannot resolve Iran’s nuclear problem. The US and Iran had engaged in several rounds of talks before Israel’s sudden offensive disrupted them. Calls for renewed dialogue were echoed by all parties involved, although Israel has warned of an extended campaign against Iran. Despite significant progress, challenging days lie ahead as diplomatic efforts continue amidst escalating conflict.