A delegation of Iranian diplomats, led by Araqchi, has traveled to Muscat to hold indirect negotiations with the US, brokered by Oman.
Speaking to reporters after a meeting with his Omani counterpart on Saturday morning, Araqchi said Iran has taken part in the talk with “the necessary seriousness”.
“It is our intention to reach a fair and honorable agreement on equal standing,” the Iranian foreign minister said.
He added that if the US enters the talks with the same approach, there will be the chance of a preliminary deal that would define a path to negotiations.
Many initial and fundamental issues will become clear on Saturday, Araqchi explained, adding, “Sufficient determination of the two sides will allow us to decide on a timetable, however it’s still early to talk about it.”
The foreign minister reiterated that the indirect talks with the US are confined to the nuclear issue alone.