US-Iran Talks in April 2025 Aim to Revive Nuclear Deal Amid Regional Tensions

Former Iraqi MP Muhammad al-Khalidi revealed that American-Iranian talks are scheduled for April 25, 2025, aiming to achieve a comprehensive agreement on the Iranian nuclear file. This meeting seeks to reshape strategic equations and potentially avert war in the region. Al-Khalidi highlighted previous exchanges of messages between the parties, facilitated by Iraq, to address concerns and pave the way for a comprehensive agreement involving six to seven nuclear files, covering security, naval, missile, economic, and regional issues. He emphasized the urgency of these talks, given the escalating tensions and the potential for conflict. Al-Khalidi noted that a new agreement between Washington and Tehran could be a precursor to further normalization, but warned that failure to reach an agreement could lead to military escalation in the region. He also pointed out that Gulf countries support reaching an agreement to avoid war, given their vulnerability due to high-value assets, including oil and gas resources. Regarding Iraq's role, Al-Khalidi stressed its neutrality and support for dialogue between Tehran and Washington to de-escalate tensions in the region. He emphasized that Iraq does not align with any party but supports reaching an agreement to defuse tensions.