Iran president says talks with US to proceed within 'national interests'TEHRAN, Feb 3, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian confirmed on Tuesday that he had ordered the start of nuclear talks with the United States, after his counterpart Donald Trump threatened "bad things" if no deal was reached. "I have instructed my Minister of Foreign Affairs, provided that a suitable environment exists -- one free from threats and unreasonable expectations -- to pursue fair and equitable negotiations," Pezeshkian said in a post on X. The talks will be held "within the framework of our national interests", he said. US President Trump has said he remains hopeful that Washington will "work something out" with Iran, but warned on Monday that "bad things would happen" if no deal is reached. In an interview with CNN broadcast on Monday, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said a nuclear deal with the US was achievable.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha February 03, 2026 12:22 UTC