Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian has announced that Iran will engage in negotiations with the United States, following requests from neighboring countries. This decision comes after Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's warning that any attack on Iran would lead to a regional conflict. President Trump has threatened military intervention in Iran due to its nuclear ambitions and the brutal suppression of protesters. The negotiations, according to Pezeshkian, will be conducted within the framework of Iran's national interests and will take place in Istanbul on Friday. This announcement follows an interview where Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi expressed confidence in reaching a deal. Trump's comments on Monday indicated a potential agreement, but also warned of negative consequences if negotiations fail. The US has previously conducted targeted strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities, and Trump's military buildup near Iran includes a powerful aircraft carrier. The protests in Iran, sparked by economic issues, have resulted in a significant loss of life, with estimates ranging from 3,117 to potentially over 25,000 deaths, according to different sources.
