Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi will visit Turkey on Friday to meet his counterpart, Hakan Fidan, for talks on regional developments and escalating tensions with the United States, a Turkish Foreign Ministry source said Thursday. The visit comes as U.S. President Donald Trump warned Iran on Wednesday to negotiate a nuclear deal or face a more severe response than previous actions. Washington has deployed an “armada” to the Middle East and threatened consequences if Tehran harms protesters or resumes nuclear enrichment.
Iran’s position
Iran has recently faced the largest protests since the 1979 Islamic Revolution, with thousands killed or arrested in the government’s crackdown. Iranian officials blame the unrest on foreign actors, including the United States and Israel, and have warned of retaliation against nations supporting them.
Turkey’s role
As a NATO member bordering Iran, Turkey has called for restraint, opposing any foreign military intervention. Ankara has urged Washington and Tehran to address their disputes through dialogue.
Fidan is expected to emphasize Turkey’s concerns over regional destabilization and its potential global consequences. He will convey Turkey’s readiness to support efforts to ease tensions between the U.S. and Iran and underscore Ankara’s commitment to resolving Iran’s nuclear program diplomatically.
Outlook
The talks between Araqchi and Fidan signal Ankara’s role as a regional intermediary amid heightened U.S.-Iran tensions. While Turkey seeks to prevent escalation, analysts say the outcome will depend on Washington’s willingness to engage in meaningful negotiations with Tehran.
With information from Reuters.
