Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Khatibzadeh has indicated Iran is prepared to re-engage in negotiations with the United States. The statement, made to Al Jazeera, emphasizes a preference for diplomatic solutions to ongoing tensions. However, Khatibzadeh stipulated a key condition for progress: the cessation of Israeli attacks on Lebanon. He framed continued Israeli actions as a destabilizing factor hindering potential agreements. The official did not elaborate on the specifics of a potential deal or the form negotiations might take. This represents a cautious opening from Iran, linking direct talks with the US to regional security concerns. The comments suggest Iran seeks guarantees regarding Lebanon’s stability as part of any broader understanding with Washington.