Nournews: With the critical negotiations in Oman approaching, the international atmosphere is witnessing an increase in political pressures and threats from American authorities. Donald Trump, the President of the United States, has once again adopted the policy of threats and sanctions. By emphasizing Israel's role in the event that an agreement is not reached, he is trying to force Iran to accept the conditions unilaterally. These remarks are not only a continuation of the maximum pressure policy but also reflect the persistence of a confrontational approach that has been pursued in recent years.
In the face of such rhetoric, officials of the Islamic Republic of Iran have taken a smart, assertive, and logical approach at the same time. Ali Shamkhani, the political advisor to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution of Iran, in response to these threats, emphasized Iran’s right to adopt deterrent decisions and warned that any aggressive action could lead to a change in Iran’s nuclear strategies. The transfer of enriched uranium to unknown locations, the cessation of cooperation, and the expulsion of IAEA investigators are among the options that may be considered.
Internal cohesion: The factor of victory in the field of diplomatic countering
During critical and complicated periods, including the present one, maintaining national cohesion and strengthening a unified voice in the face of external threats and pressures is an unavoidable necessity. The historical experience of Iran in the realm of negotiations and international interactions has shown that whenever a country enters negotiations with internal unity, synergy among entities, and full support for its negotiating teams, the other party is inevitably forced to accept political and battlefield realities.
Under such conditions, strengthening the national discourse based on dignity, wisdom, and expediency not only helps boost bargaining power in diplomacy, but also sends a clear message to the world: The Islamic Republic of Iran is determined to realize national interests and defend the rights of its people with reliance on internal solidarity.
Threat or tactic? The strategic analysis of the U.S. position
From a universal perspective, the threats by American authorities can be understood as part of a psychological pressure strategy, designed to create fear and gain concessions in negotiations, rather than being grounded in practical terms. Experience has shown that relying solely on threats and sanctions not only fails to yield desirable results but also strengthens the Islamic Republic's determination to resist greed.
In contrast, wise and measured reactions by Iranian authorities, while emphasizing the principles of independence and national resolve, tie any potential agreement to respecting Iran’s rights and national interests. Maintaining a balance between authority and realism [by Iranian authorities] is what causes the U.S. to fail in achieving its unilateral demands.
Respectful diplomacy: Iran’s roadmap for reaching a real agreement
The thought-provoking notion is that Iran is not seeking to show off or engage in media games but is pursuing a real and just deal. In the same vein, Shamkhani emphasized today that Iran’s foreign minister was en route to Oman with full authority, aiming to achieve a just agreement. He stated that Tehran had drawn a clear and transparent path to an agreement, and if Washington enters the talks with honesty and genuine determination, a sustainable result could be reached.
This new position carries a multifaceted message: First, Iran will neither retreat under the pressure of threats nor will it succumb to negotiations that do not safeguard its national interests. Second, Tehran, unlike Western parties, has a realistic approach to negotiations and seeks an operational and sustainable deal. Third, any agreement will be possible only if the other party abandons double standards and the tactic of pressure and adheres to the requirements of constructive dialogue.
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