U.S.-Iran Nuclear Deal ‘Quite Possible’ as Tehran Threatens Self-Defense Against U.S. Attack

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated on Sunday that a nuclear deal with the United States remains “quite possible.”

Araghchi said Tehran is working on a draft proposal to present to U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff, stressing that they are trying to create a text that accommodates both sides’ concerns and interests.

He emphasized that he believes a meeting in Geneva this Thursday could lead to a swift agreement, adding that the deal is “quite possible.”

Araghchi clarified that negotiations are currently limited to nuclear issues only, even though U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has argued that any meaningful deal would also require addressing ballistic missiles and Iran’s support for regional proxies.

This comes as President Donald Trump has recently considered a limited strike on Iran, with dozens of U.S. fighter jets and tankers positioned for a potential attack.

The Iranian foreign minister maintained that uranium enrichment is “a matter of dignity and pride for Iranians” and stated they would not give it up without legal justification, adding that all activities are peaceful and safeguarded by the International Atomic Energy Agency.

Araghchi also warned that Iran has the right to defend itself if the U.S. attacks, asserting that “we are in a powerful position to defend ourselves.”

However, he insisted, “what can I say is that why we should go for war when there is every possibility for a peaceful solution?”