Iran has stated that it must first secure a military advantage before ending its conflict with the United States. This position suggests that Iran aims to negotiate from a position of strength based on military achievements.
On July 20, Al Jazeera reported that Abbas Araghchi, Iran's Foreign Minister, told the state-run IRNA news agency, "The war can end through complete military victory or negotiations," adding that the appropriate time to negotiate is when Iran has secured clear military and strategic gains on the battlefield.
Araghchi emphasized, "Determining when to stop the war and start negotiations is the most critical decision in crisis management." He stated, "We cannot take risks with the lives of our citizens and the fate of the entire nation," and explained that the decision to continue the war should consider the potential gains against casualties and national burdens.
He also claimed that Iran's international influence has increased as a result of the current conflict, stating, "Despite some losses, we have emerged as a decisive international actor in this war and demonstrated the strength of our regime."
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