Trump says reaching an agreement with Iran would be the "first choice," Iranian Supreme Leader's advisor: The US is becoming rational.
According to CCTV News, on February 11 local time, US President Trump posted on his social media platform "Truth Social" stating that he had just held a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and several of his representatives. Trump said the meeting was very successful, and the good relations between the two countries have been maintained.
Trump stated that no specific decisions were reached, but he insisted that negotiations with Iran should continue in the hope of reaching an agreement. Trump said he had informed Netanyahu that if an agreement could be reached, it would be their preferred option; If an agreement could not be reached, they would simply wait and see. Trump also said he hoped that Iran would act more rationally and responsibly this time.
US and Israeli leaders discuss “joint action plan” in response to a failed US-Iran negotiation
The Israeli Prime Minister’s Office issued a statement on the same day, saying Netanyahu, in his meeting with the US President, discussed Iran-related negotiations, the Gaza situation, and developments in the region. The statement said that during the talks, Netanyahu explained Israel’s national security needs. Both sides agreed to continue close coordination and communication.
Israeli sources said that this closed-door meeting aimed to formulate a US-Israel “joint action plan” in case US-Iran negotiations fail to produce results.
During the nearly three-hour closed-door meeting, Israeli and US officials privy to the talks said both sides were "skeptical" about the possibility of a US-Iran agreement, and the meeting was intended to formulate a "joint action plan" in the event that US-Iran negotiations do not succeed.
A senior US official stated that even if negotiations focus only on Iran's nuclear issue and not on its ballistic missile program, the US doubts whether an agreement can be reached with Iran. If the US and Israel agree to launch "joint strikes" in the absence of a US-Iran agreement, the effectiveness may far exceed that of the US or Israel acting alone against Iran.
The Israeli government and security agencies do not expect a US-Iran agreement. Regardless of whether the US and Iran can reach an agreement, Israel hopes to maintain its "freedom of action" in the regions surrounding Iran.
Netanyahu reportedly asks Trump: Any agreement with Iran should not have an expiration date
According to CCTV News, on the 11th local time, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu reportedly conveyed to US President Trump during his visit to the US that any agreement reached with Iran must not have an expiration date and should ensure that Iran can never obtain nuclear weapons.
On February 11 local time, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu met with US President Trump. Before departing, Netanyahu said he would present to the US Israel's so-called "principled position" on issues involving Iran, emphasizing that these principles "concern not only Israel, but also all countries that hope for peace and security."
Iran and the US held indirect nuclear negotiations in Muscat, Oman, on the 6th. Iranian Foreign Minister Aragchi said after the negotiations that the talks got off to a good start and both sides had agreed to continue negotiating. Trump said that US-Iran talks will continue earlier next week.
Iranian Foreign Minister reiterates that agreement on peaceful nuclear plans is possible
According to CCTV News, on the 11th local time, Iranian Foreign Minister Aragchi stated on his personal social media that millions of Iranians took to the streets this day to celebrate the 47th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution's victory.
Aragchi said that since the Islamic Revolution, especially in the past year, many things have happened. However, the Islamic Republic of Iran has always stood firm. This resilience is rooted in trust in its own people, not reliance on foreign regimes.
Aragchi said he sincerely hopes the coming year will be one of peace and tranquility, with dialogue replacing war. Diplomacy is the first choice, and it is possible to reach an agreement on Iran's peaceful nuclear program—but the prerequisite is that the agreement must be fair and balanced. For this reason, Iran will defend its sovereignty at all costs. Aragchi said, "Our rights and dignity are not for sale."
Advisor to Iran’s Supreme Leader: US is becoming rational, while Israel wants to stir up trouble
According to CCTV News, Iran’s Supreme National Security Council Secretary and Supreme Leader’s Advisor Larijani said in an interview on the 11th that Iran-US negotiations are ongoing, and the US is taking a rational path by participating in negotiations.
Visiting Qatar, Larijani also accused Israel of trying to undermine the negotiation process and seeking excuses to provoke trouble. In the interview, he said Israel does not only target Iran, but the stability of the entire Middle East region.
Larijani said that regional countries are working to ensure the success of Iran-US negotiations, and Iran holds a positive attitude about this. However, Iran has not yet received any “specific proposal” from the US.
He reiterated Iran’s position on the nuclear issue and stated that if the US launches an attack on Iran, Iran will strike US military bases in the Middle East.
According to a statement from the Qatari Emir's palace, Qatari Emir (Head of State) Tamim met Larijani in Doha on the same day. The statement said both sides exchanged views on regional developments, efforts to ease tensions, ways to strengthen regional security, and issues of common regional and international concern.
Qatar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammed also met with Larijani, discussing the US-Iran indirect nuclear negotiations held last week in Muscat, Oman, and reaffirmed Qatar's support for efforts aimed at reducing tension and solving issues through peaceful means.
Advisor to Iran’s Supreme Leader: Consulting with the US on the timing of the next round of talks
According to CCTV News, Larijani said Iran is consulting with the US to determine the timing of the next round of negotiations.
Larijani issued a statement during his visit to Muscat, Oman, on the 11th, saying negotiations with the US were "good to some extent." He believes the US appears willing to reach an agreement.
Larijani also emphasized that a comprehensive judgment cannot be made based solely on the current situation and that closely observing developments is necessary.
Iran and the US held indirect nuclear negotiations in Muscat on the 6th. US President Trump said on the 6th that the US-Iran plan is to continue negotiations, but he did not reveal the specific location. Some media believe the negotiations will likely still be held in Oman.
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