On March 17, 2025, Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya called on Iran to engage in direct negotiations with the United States and European nations to address concerns over its nuclear program. In a phone conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi, Iwaya expressed Japan’s serious concern about the current situation and emphasized the need for Iran to take “constructive and concrete action” to de-escalate tensions.
Iwaya’s call follows ongoing international calls for dialogue, notably from U.S. President Donald Trump, who has pushed for discussions aimed at preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. However, Iran has consistently resisted such proposals, with Iranian officials reaffirming on March 8 that they would not entertain Trump’s offer of negotiations.
The international community remains divided over how best to address Iran’s nuclear ambitions, with diplomatic efforts continuing to face significant challenges.
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Japan Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya Picture on Wikimedia by 防衛省・自衛隊
