Turkey's foreign minister Hakan Fidan told the local broadcaster NTV that Ankara, together with a number of other countries, has put forward new proposals aimed at concluding the negotiations between the United States and Iran. The minister said the initiatives are intended to create a framework that could end the hostilities that have persisted in the region.
According to Middle East Eye, Fidan emphasized that the proposals are part of a broader diplomatic push, noting that “Turkey and other countries are presenting proposals and are making every effort to bring the negotiations between the United States and Iran to a conclusion.” He added that the parties involved remain deeply suspicious of one another, which complicates the process.
Fidan referenced a prior agreement reached in Pakistan, stating that the earlier deal faltered during its implementation phase. He suggested that the current effort reflects a renewed attempt by both sides to move forward while safeguarding their respective interests.
The foreign minister indicated that the new conditions are being crafted to address the mistrust that has hindered previous talks. He implied that the proposals aim to balance the strategic concerns of the United States and Iran, though specific details of the conditions were not disclosed.
Middle East Eye reported the statements without providing further information on the content of the proposals or the response from either the United States or Iran. The development adds to ongoing diplomatic activity surrounding the conflict, with Turkey positioning itself as a mediator seeking to bridge the gap between the two adversaries.
Reporting attribution: based on reporting by Middle East Eye — original source: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/turkish-foreign-minister-says-new-proposals-sent-us-iran-end-war.