Iranian Ambassador to Mexico Abolfazl Pasandjdeh has made a surprising statement, suggesting that a thaw in relations between Iran and the United States could be on the horizon. In a veiled criticism of US President Donald Trump's foreign policy, Pasandjdeh implied that the key to improved ties lies in Trump distancing himself from Israel's interests. The comment has sparked interest in diplomatic circles, particularly given the long-standing tensions between the US and Iran, which have been exacerbated by Trump's decision to withdraw from the 2015 nuclear deal. As the international community continues to grapple with the complexities of Middle East politics, Pasandjdeh's words have raised hopes for a potential shift in the region's delicate balance of power.
The Iranian ambassador to Mexico signaled on Friday that his country and the U.S. could have a good relationship in the future, so long as President Trump does not take foreign policy cues from Israel. “If the U.S. closes its eyes to Israel’s interest, Iran and the U.S. can be very good friends,” Abolfazl Pasandjdeh...