Iran says negotiations cannot proceed while threats persist

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said negotiations on a final agreement cannot begin while threats against the country continue, citing provisions of a previously signed memorandum of understanding.

In a post on X, Araghchi said millions of Iranians had demonstrated in support of late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and that neither the public nor Iran's armed forces would be intimidated, Caliber.Az reports.

Millions of proud Iranians rallied in unity to honor Grand Ayatollah Khamenei and his legacy. Neither them nor our Brave Armed Forces are moved by any threats.

Para 13 of the MoU is clear: Negotiations on final Deal will not commence if threats continue Honor your signature. pic.twitter.com/uQ7OoFyp8U

— Seyed Abbas Araghchi (@araghchi) July 7, 2026

"Millions of proud Iranians rallied in unity to honour Grand Ayatollah Khamenei and his legacy. Neither them nor our Brave Armed Forces are moved by any threats," Araghchi wrote.

Referring to the memorandum of understanding, he added:

"Para 13 of the MoU is clear: Negotiations on final Deal will not commence if threats continue. Honor your signature," he wrote. 

By Sabina Mammadli