During an interview with Iranian journalist Javad Mogouyia, Arashi expressed skepticism regarding the potential success of negotiations with Iran, although he maintained that diplomatic efforts remained essential. He said that these talks were necessary even if the probability of success was low, emphasizing that their primary function was to demonstrate that Iran was actively pursuing a diplomatic resolution. The discussion referenced a recent development: Iran reportedly offered a deal concerning its nuclear program during the last round of talks held in Geneva.
However, Arashi noted that the atmosphere in Washington reportedly shifted toward hostility the day following this offer. According to his assessment, the United States decided to conduct military action because it believed the Iranian government had been significantly weakened by the recent strikes targeting its allies in Syria and Lebanon. Arashi’s commentary suggested that the geopolitical climate had deteriorated rapidly.
He said that the sequence of events—the negotiation, the offer, and the subsequent change in US posture—indicated a shift in strategic calculus. He further detailed that the diplomatic process involved at least three major parties whose interests were conflicting. Overall, while acknowledging the deep disagreements, he stressed the enduring, albeit difficult, need for dialogue between the involved nations.
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