Kanani: Iran has proven its nuclear activities to be peaceful / Iran does not see the need for a second JCPOA / JCPOA remains in force
According to Economy Online, Nasser Kanani, the spokesman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, said in a press conference attended by journalists regarding the issues of the Gaza war and the Security Council meeting regarding the ceasefire in Gaza: We have witnessed 67 days of Israel’s invasion of Gaza and it is the product of this regime’s killing machine so far. There have been 17,900 martyrs, including children.
The speaker said: Regarding the ceasefire resolution, it is necessary to reiterate the courageous action of the UN Secretary General, who drew the attention of the Security Council to the dangerous situation of Palestine and Gaza by appealing to Article 99 of the Charter, and demanded the Security Council’s responsible action to maintain international peace and security. OK, thank you.
He further said about America’s negative vote on this resolution: The American government showed that it stands alone in front of the international community and is not afraid of loneliness in standing by Israel. With this vote, America not only voted against the resolution to create deterrence and cease war, but also showed that it voted for the continuation of Israel’s barbarism against the Palestinian people. He showed that he stands alone in front of the request of the Secretary General’s representative.
Kanani stated: The issue of reforming the structure of the United Nations and the Security Council has been discussed for years; The recent impasse in the Security Council on the Gaza issue once again showed that the situation of this council is worrying and that it cannot cope with its duties at critical times. We believe that the Security Council should be more responsible as the person in charge of peace.
This diplomat mentioned about Putin’s visit to Saudi Arabia: countries express their views on important regional and international issues in the meetings.
He went on to say that the issue related to Iran’s nuclear issue is clear and clear, and Iran’s nuclear activities continue in the clear mechanisms. Iran has always proved that its nuclear activities are peaceful within the framework of cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency, and this has been confirmed in 15 reports of the Agency after the JCPOA. Iran’s missile activity is carried out within the framework of Iran’s deterrence power. We have a clear activity in this field and there is no threat against anyone.
Regarding the future of the war against Gaza, Kanani said: We have declared many times that the Palestinian nation is the only party that has the right and can decide on the fate of their land and their own government. The fact that some people outside the region are willing to carry out political designs and help them, will not be accepted by the Palestinian people. Past experiences have shown that the Palestinian nation will resist what is planned from the outside and submit to foreign and unfair designs that were formed for the benefit of the aggressor, it will never accept these solutions.
He further pointed out that solutions must be formed from within the Palestinian territory. We do not present an idea to the Palestinian people. We proposed a democratic solution and if the claimant parties are looking for a solution to solve the international crisis, Iran’s solution can be the answer. But certain parties, especially the United States, want to pursue what they did not gain through war in new political designs. We will not enter in this field and others do not have the right to impose their political demands.
Regarding the negotiations to lift sanctions and speculations about JCPOA 2, Kanani clarified: The ideas of JCPOA 2 are proposed by people who refused to fulfill their obligations and did not fulfill their accepted obligations within the framework of the agreement. Iran is not necessary for JCPOA 2. The signed JCPOA has raised responsibilities for the parties.
Regarding the second meeting between the Iranian and Iraqi delegations, he said: Judicial cooperation between Iran and Iraq is one of the good and important fields of cooperation between the two countries. We have various judicial issues that require the cooperation of the two countries to pursue and resolve them and pursue the nationals of the two countries. Fortunately, due to the presence of good neighborly relations between the two countries, citizens’ visits are carried out continuously. These issues are significant. We also have the issue of judicial prosecution of the criminals who committed the assassination of Haj Qassem Soleimani in Iraq, which needs consultation.
Regarding Raisi’s visit to Russia, Kanani said: We do not pay attention to the statements of certain parties in Iran’s bilateral relations with friendly countries, and such statements will not have an impact on efforts to deepen relations between Iran and its partners in various fields. Relations between Iran and Russia have seen a growing trend in line with mutual interests. In addition to the expansion of political and cultural relations, our relations in the economic and commercial sphere have experienced tangible growth. According to official statistics, the volume of trade relations between the two countries has reached more than five billion dollars in 2022. These show the good performance of the two countries in expanding relations. The North-South Corridor is specifically on the agenda of the two countries. Cooperation between the two countries in the field of transportation, energy, banking and industries was also discussed. Our prediction is that by holding the 17th cooperation summit between the two countries in Tehran, we will see the improvement of the cooperation between the two countries.
Regarding the cancellation of the president’s trip to Turkey, he said: We gave a detailed explanation. This trip was agreed upon by the two countries and within the framework of the telephone conversation between the two presidents regarding the situation in Palestine and was supposed to be coordinated after the meeting of the foreign ministers of the two countries at the United Nations, but due to the lack of timely issuance of visas, Mr. Amir Abdullahian’s trip did not take place and was postponed. The trip took place in another time period and speculations are not effective. Fortunately, the relations between Iran and Türkiye are constructive and complementary. The issue of Palestine is an important issue and we expect all Islamic countries to review their relations with the regime and use effective tools to create deterrence in view of the crimes committed by the Zionist regime.
He stated: We basically expect Islamic and non-Islamic countries to use their tools against the Zionists as a humanitarian measure to support the oppressed nation. It is a completely ethical expectation and we do not hide it. We have always tried to be the voice of the right-seeking Palestinian nation. The Palestinian people expect countries to use deterrence tools.
Regarding the presence of Iranian forces in Syria, the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated: The forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran are present in Syria in an advisory capacity and at the request of the government of this country, and their presence is legal and within the framework of a principled approach to support the governments and nations of the region against terrorists. .
The spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in response to the question of the reporter of Economy Online about the negotiations to lift the sanctions and the foreign minister’s statement regarding the JCPOA becoming more impersonal, said: Until today, nothing new has happened in the negotiation process. The process of diplomacy in connection with the JCPOA is as open as before, and in this context, the diplomatic path has its own dynamics. Under the influence of regional developments, these dynamics can be accompanied by ups and downs. The JCPOA remains in force and no one except America has withdrawn from it. We adhered to the agreement.
The spokesman continued: “When the matter is clear, media statements will not help.” Agreements specify clear obligations. Responsibilities are clear and Iran has fulfilled its obligations. If it is seen honestly that the parties are ready, Iran has never closed the path.
The spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs also said about the talks about the Caspian Sea: Regarding the Caspian Sea, we are working technically and legally and have held several meetings. In the framework of our principled views, we will pursue this issue in line with Iran’s interests.
Kanani said: Iran welcomes the statement of the Republics of Azerbaijan and Armenia regarding the confidence-building and release of the imprisoned soldiers and prisoners of the two countries, and considers it an admirable step for the peace agreement of the two countries. We hope that the process of peace negotiations between the two countries will lead to fruitful results and we are ready to help the two neighboring countries regarding sustainable peace and strengthening integration in the Caucasus.
The spokesman stated that the foreign minister will not participate in the Doha meeting.
Regarding Major General Bagheri’s trip to Iraq and emphasizing the process of implementing the Iran-Iraq security agreement, he said: Iran’s expectations are clear. What the military institutions and mechanisms are doing is within the framework of the assigned tasks and the efforts are continuing and we hope to reach the expected level.
The spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said about the cooperation between Russia and Iran in a nuclear reactor and the Parliament’s agreement to cooperate with Russia: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is at the center of what is done in the field of foreign relations. This agreement was already signed and now it has been approved and has gone through its legal process. Regarding the cooperation between the two countries in the peaceful nuclear issue, it is part of the bilateral cooperation between Iran and Russia. I do not know more about this.
Regarding the judicial proceedings against Johan Flodros, a Swedish citizen imprisoned in Iran, Kanani said: “The charges and crimes committed by him are clear and these crimes have been clarified by the judiciary and sufficient documentation has been announced in this regard.” Naturally, the judicial process will be followed. The judiciary will perform its duties as an independent authority.
Regarding the actions of the Yemeni army against America in the region, Kanani said: Iran has repeatedly announced that the lack of serious measures related to the regime’s crimes will cause reactions in the region in support of the oppressed Palestinian nation. There are those in the region who take actions based on their decision, and we support the support actions of countries and governments in support of Palestine. These actions are in the framework of interests and interests that these groups have.
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