Germany, France and UK offer to hold talks with Iran on its nuclear program

Germany, France and Britain are ready to hold immediate talks with Iran over its nuclear program in a bid to de-escalate the situation in the Middle East, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul says.

Wadephul, who is on a visit to the Middle East, says he is trying to contribute toward a de-escalation of the conflict between Israel and Iran, and notes Tehran previously failed to take the opportunity to enter into constructive talks.

“I hope that’s still possible,” Wadephul tells German public broadcaster ARD. “Germany, together with France and Britain are ready. We’re offering Iran immediate negotiations about the nuclear program. I hope (the offer) is accepted.”

“This is also a key prerequisite for reaching a pacification of this conflict — that Iran presents no danger to the region, for the State of Israel or to Europe.”