Iran says ready to resume talks

Tehran, IRNA – Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian on Saturday referred to his inclusive talks with the EU representative and said that Iran is ready to resume negotiations with P4+1 in the coming days. Speaking during a joint press conference after a meeting in Tehran with EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell, Amirabdollahian said that economic interests of the Iranian nation is of significance for the Iranian government. "Today we had long but positive talks with the European Union," the Iranian foreign minister said. He noted that the two sides explored ways for removal of sanctions. "Mr. Borrell asked me how we can get rid of a stalemate following an Agency resolution. I said that Iran always welcomes the path of negotiations." Amirabdollahian expressed hope that the American side would this time do its undertakings in a realistic way to reach a deal. Follow us on Twitter @IrnaEnglish