Iranian Government Spokesman: Iranian Defense Forces Have Entered Full Combat Readiness Status
Iranian government spokesperson Fatima Mohajerani stated on the 18th that negotiations and military preparedness are two complementary strategies for protecting Iran's interests, and noted that the Iranian defense forces have entered a state of full combat readiness.
On the same day, Iranian Foreign Minister Amir-Abdollahian spoke with International Atomic Energy Agency Director General Grossi, stating that Iran is developing a negotiation framework to advance subsequent dialogue with the United States.
According to Iranian sources on the 18th, Iranian government spokesperson Fatima Mohajerani, when discussing the latest round of indirect talks between Iran and the United States, stated that negotiations and military preparedness are two complementary strategies for safeguarding Iran's national interests, maintaining security, and enhancing social cohesion. Mohajerani also stated that the Iranian defense forces have entered a state of full combat readiness, and other necessary preparations have also been deployed in advance.
Iranian Foreign Minister: Developing a negotiation framework to promote subsequent dialogue
It is reported that Amir-Abdollahian and Grossi reviewed the results of the latest round of indirect talks held in Geneva between Iran and the United States on the 17th during their call. Amir-Abdollahian emphasized that Iran is drafting a "preliminary and coherent framework" to advance subsequent dialogue with the U.S. Grossi positively assessed the outcomes of the U.S.-Iran talks and stated that the International Atomic Energy Agency is willing to provide support and cooperation in developing a negotiation framework for Iran.
The second round of indirect negotiations between the United States and Iran took place on the 17th in Geneva, Switzerland. Officials from both sides stated after the negotiations that, although differences remain, progress has been made compared to the previous round, and both sides agreed to continue contact. A senior U.S. official revealed on the 18th that Iran is expected to submit a written proposal on how to resolve the current deadlock.
Iran's defense forces have entered full combat readiness as of October 18, 2023, while simultaneously preparing for ongoing negotiations with the United States. Iranian officials are drafting a framework to facilitate further dialogue, reflecting a strategy that combines military readiness with diplomatic efforts. The Iranian Foreign Minister has communicated with the IAEA Director General regarding the outcomes of recent talks.
- Iran's defense forces are in full combat readiness as of October 18, 2023.
- Negotiations with the U.S. are ongoing, with a framework being developed for future talks.
- Iran's government emphasizes the dual strategy of negotiation and military preparedness.