Former Iranian diplomat Ali Majedi warns that Iran must negotiate with the United States to avoid becoming a bargaining chip in deals involving Moscow and European powers. With rising uranium enrichment and economic turmoil, the situation is urgent. Majedi stresses that without engagement, Iran risks severe consequences as international pressure mounts, particularly from the U.S. and its allies.
In a recent edition of The Farda Briefing, Kian Sharifi discusses escalating concerns among Iranian leaders regarding the necessity to strike a deal with the United States. Ali Majedi, a former diplomat, cautions that Iran risks being relegated to a bargaining chip amidst U.S. negotiations with Russia and European powers. Tehran’s ongoing uranium enrichment efforts have raised alarms, with a report from the International Atomic Energy Agency indicating that the stockpile of near weapons-grade uranium has significantly increased, placing Iran just a technical step away from achieving weapons-grade levels.
The situation in Iran is further complicated by economic distress, characterized by rising living costs and stringent U.S. sanctions on its oil exports. Majedi has emphasized the urgent need for Iran to engage in negotiations with the United States, as waiting could worsen its position in the geopolitical landscape. If Iran fails to convince the E3 (Britain, France, and Germany) against the re-imposition of UN sanctions, it may face renewed sanctions in exchange for U.S. cooperation on other global matters.
In conclusion, the dialogue between Iran and the United States has reached a crucial juncture where inaction could lead Iran into a disadvantageous position. Majedi’s insights underscore the urgency for Iran’s leadership to reconsider its diplomatic approach to avoid becoming collateral in broader geopolitical negotiations. As the nuclear deal faces expiration, Iran’s immediate engagement with global powers proves more important than ever to safeguard its interests.
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