Agencies | Tehran:
Iran has described Washington’s latest attempt to reopen diplomatic dialogue as a “positive step”, with Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi confirming that Tehran has studied a letter sent by United States Vice President JD Vance amid heightened tensions between the two countries.
In an interview with Al Jazeera, Araghchi said Iran had examined the communication from the US Vice President, signalling a possible opening for diplomatic engagement despite continuing differences between the two sides.
He also confirmed that an Iranian delegation was in Qatar to continue consultations with mediators as efforts to explore a possible diplomatic path forward continued.
“My aide is currently in Qatar to continue consultations,” Araghchi told Al Jazeera.
The remarks come against the backdrop of renewed military warnings from Tehran. Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has reportedly instructed military commanders to ensure an immediate and effective response to any threat, without geographical limitations.
The directive underscores Tehran’s readiness to respond to any potential military action even as diplomatic contacts continue through regional mediators.
Meanwhile, Iranian media reported that an American drone had attacked two fishing boats off Qeshm Island, leaving two fishermen injured, while two others were rescued. The reported incident adds to concerns over security in the region, although independent confirmation of the circumstances surrounding the alleged attack was not immediately available.
The latest developments point to a complex situation, with diplomatic outreach taking place alongside increasingly firm military warnings. Whether the contacts involving Qatar and other mediators can lead to substantive negotiations remains uncertain.
