Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi addressed the first National Congress on Foreign Policy and the History of Foreign Relations in Tehran on Sunday, emphasizing Iran’s sovereign independence and the nation’s right to pursue a peaceful nuclear program.
The congress, held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ Center for Political and International Studies, was attended by senior officials, including Kamal Kharazi, head of the Strategic Council on Foreign Relations, former Foreign Minister Ali Akbar Salehi, as well as prominent diplomats and academics.
In his speech, Araghchi commemorated the legacy of the Islamic Revolution, noting that the Iranian people’s core demands for independence, freedom, and a republic continue to shape the country’s foreign policy. He stressed that independence is not merely a slogan but a response to historical experiences of foreign intervention and political pressure, citing examples from Iran’s modern history, including the Qajar and Pahlavi eras.
Araghchi highlighted Iran’s nuclear program as a key illustration of sovereignty, stating, "No one has the right to tell us what we can or cannot have. Enrichment is our right, and it must continue. Even attacks on our facilities have failed to destroy our capabilities.”
He emphasized that while Iran is open to diplomatic engagement, negotiations must respect the rights of the Iranian people and avoid coercion.
“Diplomacy is the only way forward, but it succeeds only when it acknowledges our rights. We do not seek permission from anyone; these rights are inherent and must be respected.”
The minister reiterated that Iran’s nuclear program is a sovereign necessity, defended by the principles of independence enshrined in the constitution, and that all international concerns should be addressed through dialogue rather than threats or pressure.
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