Iran Sets ‘Red Lines’ for US, Sends Message to President Donald Trump via Pakistan

New Delhi: The tension between Iran and America is showing no sign of abating, but in the meantime a new diplomatic turn has emerged. Iran, through Pakistan, has told America its "Red Lines" i.e. clear limits and conditions of talks. This message was sent during the visit of Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi to Islamabad. That is, it is not a direct matter through a third way, but the matter is very simple.

What message did Iran send through Pakistan?

According to Iran's official Fars News Agency, this message was delivered to America in written form. In this, Iran's position has been made clear especially on important issues like nuclear program and Hormuz Strait. The agency also clarified that this is not part of any formal talks, but only an initiative to clarify its position. 

What are Iran's negotiating terms?

According to an American media report, Iran has said that it is ready to open the Strait of Hormuz but the nuclear issue will be discussed later. Apart from this, Iranian President Masoud Pejeshkian also made it clear that America will first have to remove the blockade from Iranian ports, only after that any further talks can be possible. 

What did Trump say on this?

President Trump said the US would gain control over Iran's "nuclear dust". He also said that Iran would have to present a proposal that would satisfy America. Now everyone's eyes are on what Trump's next step will be on Iran's latest proposal.

In which country is Araghchi now and why?

After Islamabad visit, Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi has reached Moscow. Araghchi also visited Muscat in Oman between visits to the Pakistani capital and is due to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow on Monday. These visits to one country after another show that Iran is trying to handle the situation through every possible means.

Will there be direct talks between America and Iran?

Till the time of writing, no talks are taking place between America and Iran and there is no indication whether direct talks between the two will resume or not. On one side there are red lines, on the other side there are strict conditions, Currently the talks are being held through third parties and no date has been fixed for sitting at the direct table.