Majid Takht-e Ravanchi made a comment in a recent interview with Kyoto Press in Japan.
“Iran is flexible in responding to the capabilities and limitations of enrichment, but it is essential that we cannot agree to stop enrichment under any circumstances. We must rely on ourselves, not on the promise of the sky.”
“It’s simple and clear. If the US claims zero enrichment, we have no deals,” he also said, according to the Japanese media outlet website.
“For consultations to continue, Washington must ensure that if negotiations resume, it will not attack Iran again,” Labanch said.
Diplomats have repeatedly said that both zero enrichment and curbs in Iran’s missile program are “out of question,” but Tehran can agree to temporary restrictions on its peaceful nuclear activities as part of a “winning and fair deal.”
Lavanchi condemned Washington for “trick” Tehran by participating in consultations while simultaneously participating in military operations.
“The US needs to be clear whether it is really interested in dialogue that is beneficial to both parties or whether it is interested in imposing will,” he said.
He added that compensation for strikes is not a prerequisite for future consultations, but issues will be raised during negotiations.
“The US attack on Iran’s nuclear facilities was illegal and caused serious damage. We have all the rights to seek compensation.”
Despite the escalation, Lavanchi said the diplomatic channels remained open through intermediaries.
“Iran is ready to engage in dialogue with the US,” he said, warning that the new US threat will fill a solid defense.
Lavanci rejected the deadline as “one-sided,” but confirmed Tehran’s willingness to continue talks with European powers.
He emphasized that Iran’s nuclear program is “still at peace” and that Tehran is ready to work with the UN Nuclear Watchdog Agency to ensure safe and transparent inspections, including facilities damaged by the recent strike, in accordance with new guidelines agreed with the IAEA.
MNA