Iran's Qalibaf says progress only possible when Tehran's seven conditions are met

Iran's parliament speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf stated on Thursday that progress can only be achieved if Tehran's seven conditions are met, noting that these conditions have been repeatedly and clearly communicated to mediators. Qalibaf added that a carrot-and-stick approach has no effect on Iran, according to Middle East Eye. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated on X that Tehran continues to give diplomacy a chance to succeed and is working with mediators to review ideas included in a proposal floated last month that was rejected by Donald Trump.

According to Fortune, U.S. officials have advised several Middle East countries and regional allies to prepare for potential renewed military action against Iran following next week's U.S. midterm elections, as well as the possibility of Iranian retaliation. While President Trump has not made a final decision on new strikes, he has repeatedly said he is weighing ordering military action once the November 3 elections are over.

Political analyst Dr. Ayed Al-Manaa told Al Ekhbariya TV that regional mediation efforts intended to prevent war depend on Iran's willingness to clarify its position and show readiness to reach a solution. Al-Manaa noted that achieving understanding requires flexibility and that the exchange of accusations between Washington and Tehran regarding agreement breaches complicates de-escalation efforts.

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