Tehran (Web Desk): Iran is stepping up its diplomatic activity this week as Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi prepares to visit Moscow for consultations following recent dialogue between Tehran and Washington in Oman.
The announcement, made by Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei, comes at a time when Iran is looking to ease international pressure and find a resolution to longstanding nuclear tensions with the West.
Tehran, under increasing economic strain due to international sanctions, appears to be recalibrating its foreign policy strategy. In addition to Araqchi’s upcoming visit to Russia, Iran is also expected to host Rafael Grossi, head of the UN’s International Atomic Energy Agency, in an effort to signal its willingness to cooperate with global oversight on its nuclear programme.
Talks between Iran and the United States held last week in Oman were described as constructive by both parties, and there are plans to continue the discussions on Saturday.
These negotiations are part of a renewed attempt to deescalate concerns surrounding Iran’s nuclear advancements, which Western governments fear may be moving toward military capability. Tehran, however, insists its nuclear activities are entirely peaceful and for civilian purposes.
Araqchi’s journey to Russia, scheduled for the end of Iran’s workweek, which concludes on Friday, is intended to include consultations about the recent engagement with the United States. According to Baghaei, the Moscow visit had been arranged previously, but the timing has aligned with renewed diplomatic movement.
In Washington, President Donald Trump has taken a hardline position, warning of potential military action should diplomacy fail. He stated yesterday that he had reviewed the matter with his national security team and anticipated a decision soon. The U.S. has consistently accused Iran of harboring ambitions to develop nuclear weapons—a charge Iran continues to deny.
Russia, a longstanding partner of Iran and a signatory to the 2015 nuclear agreement, has urged all sides to prioritize dialogue over confrontation. The Kremlin has consistently emphasized the need to avoid steps that could lead to further instability.
Just last week, experts from Russia, China, and Iran convened in Moscow to discuss Iran’s nuclear programme, reflecting a growing coordination among non-Western stakeholders.
As developments continue to unfold, Iran’s diplomatic calendar signals a clear intention: to reassert itself as a player on the global stage while seeking avenues to ease the pressure of isolation and economic hardship.
