Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi Reaffirms Commitment to Diplomatic Engagement with Mediators

Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi declared that Iran will maintain close contact with mediators to give diplomacy a chance. The statement was reported by Saba News Agency and Azerbaijan Press Agency, both published on October 28, 2026. Saba News Agency's headline read, 'We will continue our close contacts with mediators to give diplomacy a chance,' while Azerbaijan Press Agency's headline stated, 'Iran remains in close contact with intermediaries to give diplomacy chance.' The reports did not specify the mediators or the nature of the diplomatic efforts. The Iranian Foreign Ministry is actively engaging in diplomatic discussions with third-party mediators, according to the reports. The statements were made in the context of ongoing international negotiations, but no specific countries or organizations involved in the mediation process were mentioned. The two news agencies published their reports within a short timeframe, indicating a coordinated release. The reports from Saba News Agency and Azerbaijan Press Agency were identical in content, with only minor differences in phrasing. Both sources emphasized the importance of maintaining diplomatic channels with intermediaries. However, neither provided additional context or details about the mediation efforts or the specific mediators involved.