Ebrahim Raisi claims Tehran 'never left' stalled Vienna talks; US warning window for diplomacy is closing

Elected in vote marked by record low turnout, former judiciary chief takes step back from international stage, while working to win the hearts and minds of his people

Wrapping up trip to Beirut, Iranian foreign minister announces sides have reached 'results and agreements,' but does not offer details

Foreign Ministry says talks in Vienna with world powers could begin again in the second week of November

European Union foreign policy chief speaks with Iranian top envoy on sidelines of UN General Assembly, stresses importance of negotiations to save faltering 2015 pact

In video address to GA, Ebrahim Raisi heaps criticism on America while expressing backing for renewed nuclear talks; claims Israel behind 'biggest state terrorism'

Announcement buys time for Tehran ahead of watchdog meeting this week where Western powers were set to argue for Tehran to be censured over its lack of cooperation

US secretary of state says Tehran may soon come to a point were a return to compliance with the JCPOA 'does not reproduce the benefits that that agreement achieved'

After IAEA criticism of Tehran's growing lack of cooperation, Raisi complains of organization's 'non-constructive approach' to the matter

New hardline Iranian president says 'talks are on the agenda'; negotiations yet to resume since pause following his election win in June