Dawn, citing Iran’s state news agency IRNA, reported on Monday that Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi said Tehran is finalising its response to US considerations on a proposal Iran submitted during the UN General Assembly.
What he said
Gharibabadi said Iran remains prepared for both diplomacy and military confrontation. In an interview with Al Araby, he said Tehran will continue taking part in talks with Washington and will keep its readiness to defend the country under any scenario.
What the report does not say
Dawn’s account does not give a date for the next round of talks, and it does not set out terms. It also does not say that a deal has been reached. The report is his description of Iran’s position, not a joint statement with the United States.
