Ismail Baqaei, spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in response to Marco Rubio's claim, the U.S. Secretary of State, that "Iran has missed the opportunity for an agreement several times," said: "Distorting historical facts cannot erase the reality of America's repeated breaches from the public's mind."
Emphasis on America's Breach
Baqaei pointed to America's repeated betrayals, including the unilateral withdrawal from the nuclear agreement in 2018 and the destruction of diplomatic processes, holding this country responsible for the existing insecurity in the region and its economic consequences in America and the world. He stated: "Scapegoating and vacillation cannot overshadow the public's demand in America and the world for holding accountable those responsible for the illegal war and the committed crimes."
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Response to U.S. Proposals
The spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs also answered a question about the latest developments in negotiations between Iran and the U.S., stating: "The considerations and conditions of the Islamic Republic of Iran for ending the imposed war on all fronts and restoring security to the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz have been clearly and decisively articulated, and necessary responses to the proposals of the opposing side will be provided through mediators." He emphasized that message exchanges between Iran and the U.S. are conducted through intermediaries.
Iran and Oman's Agreement on Safe Navigation
The spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs regarding diplomatic processes related to maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz said: "The importance of maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz, which has unfortunately been disrupted due to America's malice, is certainly greater for the Islamic Republic of Iran than for any other party. Therefore, Iran, in consultation with Oman, has spared no effort to restore security to the Strait of Hormuz."
Baqaei clarified: "The process of consultations between Iran and Oman has been carried out well, and both sides have agreed on the geographical coordinates of safe routes in the Strait of Hormuz, as well as on how to reflect the issue at the relevant international authority, which will hopefully be carried out soon."
Efforts to Strengthen Trust in the Region
The spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in response to a question about the possibility of a joint meeting between Iran and Oman with other Gulf countries, said: "Iran will continue its efforts to strengthen trust and interaction among the countries of the region." He concluded by emphasizing: "Defenders of the homeland in both diplomacy and the field are determined and steadfast in defending the integrity of Iran and ensuring the national interests and security of our country."
